Indirect Buyer

Howden Joinery is on the lookout for a dynamic Indirect Buyer to join our thriving Indirect Procurement Team based at our Howden office in Yorkshire. As a leading FTSE 100 business with bold growth aspirations, this role presents a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned Buyer/Procurement specialist to spearhead our indirect sourcing endeavours.

In this role, you'll be instrumental in shaping our supply strategies to meet the diverse needs of our stakeholders while aligning seamlessly with broader business objectives. Collaboration will be key as you work closely with various stakeholders across the organisation, navigating a complex and diverse spend category.

Reporting directly to the Indirect Procurement Manager, we're seeking a commercially astute individual with a knack for building rapport and fostering effective working relationships. If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a tangible impact within our dynamic team, we want to hear from you!

What will I be doing as an Indirect Buyer?

- Responsible for the renewal, development and implementation of new contracts and renegotiating the commercial needs of the business
- Work proactively to understand the internal and external influences that drive innovation, cost and availability of a variety of product and service categories
- Issuing and managing tenders and RFQ’s
- Rigorous analysis of supplier offers and recommending options aligned to business requirements
- Agreeing pre-purchase requirements including service requirements, lead-times, payment terms with stakeholders
- Agreeing and finalising terms and conditions of supply
- Ensuring indirect supply base is aligned to business core values and requirements
- Reviewing supplier’s capability and ensuring it underpins our growth agenda
- Development of ongoing sourcing strategies for agreement with Procurement Manager and senior management supported by commercial analysis
- Supplier onboarding and commercial negotiations
- Attending supplier sites as necessary

What do I need to qualify for the Indirect Buyer role:

- Previous procurement experience (minimum 2 years)
- Basic understanding of contract law and commercial contracts
- Strong Excel and analytical skills
- Project Management experience
- Ability to engage and communicate effectively
- Confident negotiation skills
- CIPS Qualified or working towards (desirable)
- Full UK licence with access to your own vehicle (Required)

What we can offer you

- Competitive salary and company bonus potential
- Competitive Pension Plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
- Free onsite car parking
- Free lunch at our onsite canteen
- Staff Discount.
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Exceptional Reward and Recognition events

About us: 

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware.  We have over 800 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious and credible growth plan, we continue to build on our £2.3 billion sales made last year.

There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, is among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens—and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

How to apply:

We are building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as an Indirect Buyer, then we are keen to hear from you.

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Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you