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Buyer (Indirect Procurement)

Location: Newcastle, NE12 8BU

Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 PA | Hybrid Working: 2 days per week WFH

Working Hours: 40 hours per week (flexible hours), Monday-Friday, early finish on Fridays

Role Overview

As an integral part of our procurement team, you will work closely with our Purchasing Manager to implement our procurement strategy, manage vendor relationships, and drive cost savings initiatives. This role offers growth opportunities within our procurement team, with the potential for progression into more strategic roles.

Key Responsibilities

Manage vendor relationships, including contract negotiations and supplier performance reviews.

Conduct market research and RFx processes to identify new suppliers and make informed recommendations.

Drive cost analysis and reporting on savings, using data to prioritize initiatives and make impactful decisions.

Work on strategic projects with the Purchasing Manager to enhance procurement processes and policy compliance.

Key performance metrics include cost savings achieved, project completion within set timelines, and other compliance and operational metrics.

About You

1-2 years’ experience in procurement or a related field.

Proficiency in MS Excel (data analysis, PivotTables) and PowerPoint. Experience with Oracle ERP and Power BI is a plus.

Strong communicator, comfortable presenting and negotiating with stakeholders.

Strategic mindset with a knack for building strong relationships and the ability to prioritise in a dynamic environment.

Benefits:

Career Progression (performance based), with a business that is rapidly growing

Medical Insurance Cover (Bupa)

Pension Scheme

Birthday Off

Cycle to work Scheme

Long Term Service Awards

Perk box discounts

21 days plus bank holidays increases to 23 days plus bank holidays after 1 years’ service

Free parking

Employee alarm discount programme (after completion of probation)

Verisure Career Opportunities

A career with Verisure offers far more than just a job. We offer internal mobility, training and development, international opportunities, and tools to support you develop new skills.

About Us

Verisure is Europe's fastest-growing monitored security company and continues to strengthen its presence internationally. More than 4 million families and businesses rely on our innovative technology to protect what matters most to them. We hold the number 1 position in all 10 of our top 10 markets, supported by 20,000+ passionate colleagues. We are people protecting people and we are building an engaged and high-performance Company to become #1. Our rapid expansion and ongoing success are expected to continue. As a result, Verisure is creating a new, exciting, rewarding, and impactful positions to support its ambitious growth plan.

Diversity & Inclusion

Verisure is an equal opportunities employer. We recognize the richness that diversity brings and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We champion an inclusive and collaborative culture and empower all employees to succeed and grow. Please reach out to us if you have any specific requirements throughout the recruitment process, we are happy to help

Candidates will be required to undergo a DBS check (cost absorbed by the Company)

Be you, Be More, Be Verisure: This is your chance to join an innovative and global team. Apply today to grow your career with Verisure