Indirect Buyer

Here at Microlise, we have an exciting opportunity for an Indirect Buyer! Working as part of the Procurement function, you will be responsible for the execution and delivery of strategic procurement across a range of indirect categories. Whilst maintaining relationships with existing accounts, you will be responsible for sourcing new suppliers and working with the Indirect Procurement Manager to manage spend within indirect categories.
Have demonstrable experience within a similar role and want to join a growing market leader working with like-minded individuals? Make your next great career choice and get your application in now!
What you will be doing:
Support the implementation of a category procurement structure
Become embedded in stakeholder areas to offer commercial support
Manage stakeholder requests to improve value for money
Negotiate contracts both for renewals and new services
Develop strong relationships with key suppliers to improve supplier performance
Stay informed on market trends to be able to implement strategies around optimising spend and overall value for money
What we’re looking for:
Demonstrable procurement experience, preferably within indirect categories
CIPS qualified or currently working towards
Ability to interact with senior leaders to promote the benefit of procurement involvement
Good working knowledge of IT packages including Microsoft and EPR systems
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Self-starter who can work independently within the team structure and make justified decisions
Confident outlook and a positive attitude to deliver departmental targets
Able to deputise for the Procurement Manager if required
It would be desirable if you have:
Experience of IFS would be advantageous
Indirect procurement experience within a SaaS environment
Why Microlise?
When your groceries arrive at your door or you sign for your online parcel, one or more of our software, telematics or proof-of-purchase solutions has probably been used. Our solutions deliver value to many of the UK’s leading grocery retailers and food logistics providers as well as to household names including JCB, Stobarts, Carlsberg, Waitrose, and Royal Mail.
Proudly Midlands-based, Microlise has been operating for over thirty years, and recently became a Publicly Listed Company with shares trading on the London Stock Exchange. Our growing business is guided by our culture which drives the way we behave, the way we work, the way we connect with our customers, and the way we support and develop our people.
Full support and training to ensure you are well equipped to succeed in your role.
Access to our salary sacrifice EV Car Scheme - payments are made before tax and other contributions, so saving you money, whilst doing your bit for the environment!
Great Place to Work certified – We have been recognised by the global authority on workplace culture, so come be a part of our success!
Private medical insurance with Vitality Health including rewards for members such as: Free Amazon Prime, Apple Watch, discounted gym membership and many more!
25 days holiday, excluding bank holidays, increasing with service.
Invested in employee health and well-being with over 20 mental health first aiders in the business.
Employee Assistance Programmes
Free Costco membership, 20% off EE mobile and line rental, and other local discounts
Great staff extras: Easter eggs, yearly BBQ, Christmas gifts and annual staff awards
Free Microlise Cresswell Racing Tickets, support British Superbikes
Executive Box at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham
Recruitment Process
For successful candidates, interviews will take place whilst the advert is still live; so, don’t delay getting your application in!
Recruitment Agencies
Whilst we make every effort to directly source candidates for our live roles, we do have a very small, preferred supplier list on the occasion we may require additional support. We therefore do not accept speculative CVs and/or cold calls to our Recruitment Team or Hiring Managers. Any queries should be directed to jobs@microlise.com in the first instance.