Indirect Purchasing Specialist

Experienced Indirect procurement professional required for engineering company based in Plymouth. In this role, the successful candidate will be required to manage indirect procurement activities whilst driving down costs to keep spend to a minimum. Key Responsibilities: Day-to-day indirect purchasing activities (RFQs, purchase orders, placement and follow-up, communication with suppliers. Competitive bid all indirect requirements, coming via electronic purchase requisitions from the MRP, from the other teams or via the capital expenditure form. Supplier onboarding and compliance maintenance. On-site contractors documentation management. Coordination with the on-site integrated supplier (daily to-buy report management of the on-site team cost saving activities). Deal with customs and logistics queries, including customs clearance forms. People onboarding: Business cards, safety shoes, workwear management. Represent the Purchasing team during audits. Identify cost savings opportunities and action them. Build and maintain strong relationships with key indirect suppliers. Identify indirect inventory reduction opportunities and action them. Ensure compliance to sourcing and contracting policies, procedures, risk management programs, and ethics. Essential Qualifications, Knowledge & Candidate Attributes Required: Proven Indirect Procurement experience gained from within either Manufacturing or Engineering. Excellent business acumen. Excellent negotiation skills. Progression towards CIPS (Part qualified will be considered). Please note that our client does not have a Skilled Worker Sponsorship Licence therefore candidates who apply for this role must have immediate right to work in the UK. Due to the nature of the business, the successful candidate may require security clearance. If you are an experienced Indirect Purchasing Specialist / Indirect Buyer and are looking for the first step in your career, then please submit an up to date CV by using the apply button below. By applying for this position, you confirm that you consent to the processing of your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for the purposes of recruitment, employment and working finding service.

Location: Plymouth, South West, GB

Posted Date: 8/5/2025