Senior Buyer – Indirect

This job is brought to you by Jobs/Redefined, the UK's leading over-50s age inclusive jobs board. Job Overview The Senior Buyer - Indirect will spearhead efforts to maximise value, optimise benefits, and enhance efficiency in indirect procurement across the Region and the Group. Working closely with the LKQE IDP team, they will ensure that key internal stakeholders are not just satisfied but delighted by consistently delivering on expectations related to cost (TCO), quality, service, and innovative solutions. Key Responsibilities Manage all tender renewal processes for indirect procurement, including going through 3 quote processing, liaising with functions on requirements, and key suppliers while meeting all deadlines. Build relationships with all suppliers cross-functionally to ensure maximum efficiency and cost savings. Work closely with key stakeholders to ensure awareness of governance and process. Support the Head of IDP on deployment of strategies for the UK&I business. Be a primary point of contact for Indirect Procurement for both internal and external customers for UK Business. Ensure effective implementation and compliance with new procurement processes including systems such as Coupa and Babbage. Analyse supplier performance closely, meeting with suppliers regularly to ensure efficiencies and that LKQ ECP are receiving the best price and service possible. Establish and maintain clear communication channels with key stakeholders (region/country management, operations, functions) through regular business review meetings and a clear communication matrix. Skills and Experience Significant experience working in procurement with experience in Indirect Procurement. Degree or CIPPS is desirable. Experienced in managing stakeholder relationships. Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all teams, areas, and levels in the business. Experienced in working in a matrix organization. What we offer Competitive salary. 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays). Personal development leading to career opportunities across UK and Europe. Contributory pension scheme. Life assurance. Support through our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family. Discounted Health Club memberships. Hospital Plan and Online GP. Cycle to work scheme. Online retail discount. Staff discount.

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