Buyer
Location: London Hub

Worldchanging careers enabled by Johnson Matthey. With over 200 years of history join us to accelerate the transition to net zero!
As a Procurement Professional youll drive procurement targets manage supplier performance and implement strategic sourcing. Collaborating with Global Category Leads youll ensure alignment on category strategies while supporting sustainability and innovation. Your work will help transform energy and reduce carbon emissions for a cleaner future.

The role:

As a Buyer you will help drive our goals by:
Act in line with JM values and the One Procurement Community (OPC) to support Procurement Excellence.
Ensure compliance with Group Procurement policies standards and operating models utilizing Coupa for sourcing and supplier management.
Build and manage supplier relationships negotiate contracts improve supply channels and drive sustainable value.
Analyze purchase order data and financial pipelines to support demand planning and cost optimization.
Identify and implement supply chain improvements ensuring costeffective ethical and highquality sourcing.
Drive and support category strategies procurement projects and business improvements to optimize efficiency and savings.
Collaborate with stakeholders finance and JMGS teams to resolve procurement disputes ensure compliance and enhance business performance.

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

Procurement Expertise: 5 years in indirect procurement including category management sourcing and contract negotiation.
Supplier & Stakeholder Management: Experience managing suppliers and collaborating across cultures geographies and time zones.
Strategic & Cost Optimization: Ability to balance total cost of ownership (TCO) value analysis and costsaving initiatives.
Project & Change Management: Skilled in driving procurement projects and implementing process improvements.
Communication & Leadership: Strong interpersonal skills to influence stakeholders and champion Procurements vision.
Analytical & DecisionMaking: Ability to forecast analyze data and prioritize tasks effectively.

Even if you only match some of the skills wed love to hear from you to discuss further!

What we offer:

We make sure salaries are fair competitive and aligned to individual roles experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable offer life medical and other benefits that support our employees financial and physical wellbeing such as:

Retirement savings
Share plans
Saving accounts
House saving funds
Life and disability insurance
Commuter allowances and loans
Medical plans / health assessments
Fitness discounts

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!
At JM inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.
For any queries or accessibility requirements please contact We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.
Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks early application is advised.
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