Senior Buyer

.Senior Buyer (Technology)
Permanent, Full-time

Location:

Manchester Airport (Hybrid working: 3 days per week in the office)
Summary Based at Manchester Airport Hybrid working model with 3 days per week in the office

Competitive salary plus 15% bonus

Opportunity to shape and influence technology procurement across one of the UK's largest airport groups

About MAGAt MAG we provide the airport facilities and travel services that people need to connect with the world. As the largest UK-owned airport operator, we serve over 60 million passengers a year from Manchester, London Stansted and East Midlands Airports. With over 270 destinations across the globe, our businesses not only bring people together but also support the prosperity of the regions in which we operate.

Sustainability is one of our core values, and it shapes everything we do. We're committed to protecting the environment and supporting our local communities. Our programmes include airport and airline decarbonisation, comprehensive education, skills and employment support, and community engagement initiatives including volunteering opportunities.

At MAG, we recognise creating a first-class journey for our customers starts by creating a first-class career journey for our colleagues, and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can thrive.

You'll also have access to some great benefits including:15% Bonus Scheme Flexible and generous company pension plan with various company contribution options (up to 8%)24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Free parking

Subsidised public transport

Huge range of company discounts2 volunteering days per year

Free Virtual GP service, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Care Concierge service

About the Role We're looking for an experienced technology procurement professional to join our Group Procurement & Contracts team as a Senior Buyer.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in managing and optimising MAG's technology spend, covering everything from enterprise software, SaaS platforms and cloud services through to major technology transformation projects that support our airports, corporate functions and the wider business.

Working within a highly collaborative procurement team, you'll partner closely with stakeholders across Technology, Finance, Legal and Operations to develop sourcing strategies, lead complex procurement activities and deliver measurable commercial value. You'll have ownership of a significant technology portfolio, helping to drive cost efficiencies, manage supplier performance and support strategic business initiatives.

This role offers exceptional variety. One day you could be leading negotiations for a major software agreement, and the next supporting projects that impact airport operations, customer experience or critical infrastructure. You'll also have opportunity to contribute to Procurement Act compliance, supplier strategy development and group-wide transformation programmes, including spend across MAG and CAVU.Joining MAG at a time when procurement is playing a highly visible role in delivering business savings and value creation, you'll have the chance to make a genuine impact while working alongside a supportive, down-to-earth team that values collaboration over ego.

Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end procurement activities across a broad technology portfolio, including software, SaaS, cloud services, technology platforms and associated professional services.

Develop and implement procurement and category strategies that align with business objectives and deliver long-term value.

Manage competitive tendering processes, supplier selection exercises and commercial negotiations.

Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across MAG to understand requirements and influence commercial decision-making.

Deliver savings, cost avoidance initiatives and other measurable commercial benefits across technology spend.

Manage supplier performance and relationships, ensuring service, commercial and operational objectives are achieved.

Monitor technology markets and industry trends to identify opportunities, innovations and emerging suppliers.

Ensure compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and MAG's procurement governance framework.

Support contract management activities, risk mitigation and continuous improvement initiatives across the supplier base.

Contribute to wider procurement projects and support other category teams where required.

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