Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer position with Wessex Procurement Limited in Southampton, Hampshire, offers a permanent role within the NHS procurement sector. The role is based at Royal Hants Hospital and may involve work at Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital. The position manages a team of Buyers across University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust and Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, focusing on cost improvement programmes and efficient procurement processes. Responsibilities include team leadership, training, supplier negotiations, and ensuring compliance with procurement procedures. The role operates under Agenda for Change terms, within Band 4, with a salary range of £28,392 to £31,157 annually. Working pattern is full-time or part-time, and applications close on 16 October 2026. The position provides access to NHS pension schemes, annual leave, and an employee benefits platform with discounts on groceries, shopping, and family activities. Southampton’s location offers coastal amenities, proximity to the New Forest, and lower living costs compared to London, supported by strong transport links. The role requires experience in procurement management, team supervision, and familiarity with NHS procurement frameworks. Applications must be submitted via the original advert, with no direct contact details provided for the employer.