Strategic Buyer - Measurement & Analytics

Location: Stonehouse

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Procurement Manager__In this role, you’ll help ensure procurement activities are implemented, maintained and compliant, while supporting wider business requirements. You’ll contribute to improving vendor performance across quality, delivery and cost, working closely with both internal teams and external suppliers. Day to day, you’ll carry out activities in line with ABB standard procedures, maintaining a consistent and efficient approach. You’ll also support and contribute to training where needed, helping to promote compliance and ongoing professional development across the function.

This role sits within the Measurement & Analytics Division (Instrumentation & Analytics) in Stonehouse, UK. You’ll work with a range of stakeholders including the Product Manufacturing Unit, global and category supply chain teams, Planning & Fulfilment, Trade Compliance, Finance and R&D.Our Team Dynamics Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems.

Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

What’s in it for you?

We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

Your Role and Responsibilities In this role, you’ll help run what runs the world, by taking on meaningful work that drives real impact.

Executing procurement strategies to support the business by optimizing costs, quality, and reliability of suppliers and supplied products

Designing and implementing plans and effective strategies for sourcing of products/materials to reach business targets

Supporting in implementing effective sourcing strategies in line with business strategy to meet current and future business requirements

Applying and implementing procurement standards, tools, and processes in your area of responsibility to secure quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability

Work model: hybrid {#LI-hybrid} from our Stonehouse location

Qualifications for the Role Proven experience improving supplier performance across quality, delivery, and cost Strong understanding of supply chain risks and effective mitigation strategies

Comfortable working within a matrix organization and managing multiple stakeholders

Background in a demanding manufacturing environment with a strong customer focus

Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, adapt to changing business needs, collaborate across teams and demonstrate courage through the ability to take calculated risk Excellent negotiation, cost management, and data analysis skills; proficiency in Excel, with SAP and Ariba knowledge desirable

Professional membership such as CIPS or relevant supply chain/procurement qualifications is desirable

BenefitsABB offers a full range of benefits to help you thrive at work and beyond.

Competitive salary
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Competitive contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

Flexible benefits scheme (Includes options to buy/sell holidays, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, gadget discounts and more)
Internal mobility opportunities, mentorships & access to projects globally

Employee Assistance Programme Generous employee referral scheme

Private medical cover

Generous bonus scheme

For the 6th consecutive year ABB UK has been recognised as a Top Employer in UK. Being certified as a Top Employer showcases an organisation’s dedication to a better world of work and exhibits this through excellent HR policies and people practices.

More about usThe Measurement & Analytics Division is among the world’s leading manufacturers and suppliers of smart instrumentation and analyzers, working at the heart of industrial…