About this role
Company Description
Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.
We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.
We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.
Job Description
We're looking for a Senior Buyer to join our UK Procurement team on a fixed term basis. If you're passionate about technology, data-driven decision-making, and delivering real commercial impact, this is your opportunity to make a difference.
Reporting into the Lead Procurement Manager, you will lead complex negotiations with Professional Services vendors across multiple departments, ensuring cost efficiency, compliance, and agreement on strategic goals. Combine analytical rigor, market intelligence, and technology-enabled procurement practices will be key to success. You will focus on managing relationships with vendors and negotiating to achieve the best possible outcomes for external resourcing activities like main integration or migration programmes.
What you'll do:
- Lead sourcing for Professional Services from external providers to support business operations.
- Use analytics and market insights to improve value and negotiate contracts.
- Partner with departments, Finance and Legal to influence decisions.
- Build vendor relationships and monitor performance using Measurements.
- Stay ahead of tech trends and apply insights to procurement strategies.
- Ensure compliance with policies and regulations (GDPR, ISO 27001, NIS2).
Qualifications
- Experience in procurement within financial services or regulated industries.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau or similar).
- Hands-on experience in procurement platforms (SAP Ariba, Oracle EBS, IronClad) and familiarity with digital sourcing tools.
- Experience in contract negotiation, supplier management, and delivering commercial savings.
- Experience dealing with different pricing models and delivery frameworks that impact professional services engagements.
- Experience communicating insights using data visualization and storytelling techniques.
- CIPS qualification would be an added bonus
Additional Information
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Benefits package includes:
- Hybrid working - Nottingham based twice per week
- Great compensation package and discretionary bonus plan
- Core benefits include pension, bupa healthcare, sharesave scheme and more
- 25 days annual leave with 8 bank holidays and 3 volunteering days. You can purchase additional annual leave
Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward and recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; World's Best Workplaces™ 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.
Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.
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Other facts
About Experian
Somos uma Datatech, líder global em soluções de inteligência para análise de riscos e oportunidades com foco nas jornadas de crédito, autenticação e prevenção à fraude.
Temos presença global com expertise local, estamos em 30 países e atuamos há 55 anos no mercado brasileiro.
Contamos com os melhores talentos, mais de 21 mil colaboradores no mundo e quase 5 mil no Brasil.
Trabalhamos sempre para criar um ambiente diverso e equilibrado para todas as nossas pessoas. Por isso, temos tanto orgulho de estarmos sendo continuamente reconhecidos como uma das melhores empresas para se trabalhar pelo Great Place to Work, Linkedin e Employers for Youth.
E não para por aí. Aqui, inovação é o nosso combustível e não é à toa que a gente sabe quem é quem. Temos o maior ecossistema de big data da América Latina e a ele somamos tecnologia de ponta para revelar o que nem todos conseguem ver e ir além do óbvio.
Com um portfólio completo e flexível, enxergamos o todo e à frente. Antecipamos o futuro para oferecer a pessoas e empresas um caminho que transforme, hoje, a incerteza do risco na melhor decisão.
É assim que ajudamos pessoas a realizarem seus sonhos e empresas a prosperarem. Que trabalhamos por um Brasil com mais inclusão financeira. Afinal, trabalhar na Serasa Experian é muito mais do que as pessoas imaginam. É criar um amanhã melhor para todos, ampliando oportunidades aqui e agora.
What you'll do
- The Senior Buyer will lead sourcing for Professional Services from external providers to support business operations and ensure cost efficiency. They will also manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts to achieve the best outcomes for external resourcing activities.
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