Buyer

Buyer - Corporate Services Location: Royston, Hertfordshire UK World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! Job purpose: As a Buyer - Corporate Services you'll contribute to JM's mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future. You'll be a trusted partner to senior stakeholders, driving strategic sourcing and supplier excellence across mainly professional services categories. Your impact will reach across continents and business units, supporting innovation and sustainability at every step. The role: As a Buyer for global corporate services , you will help drive our goals by: Support Global Category Teams with global corporate services across multiple business units and geographies (UK, US, Vilnius, Kuala Lumpur, Poland). Manage local procurement requirements when not part of a global strategy. Partner with senior stakeholders (including Heads of Department and GLT) to align on category strategies and deliver cost optimization. Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts for services such as Tax/Finance business consultancy, insurance, legal, marketing and communications, and research services. Analyze data and financial pipelines to support demand planning and identify savings opportunities. Drive process improvements and implement ethical, sustainable sourcing practices. Ensure compliance with Group Procurement policies and leverage Coupa for sourcing and supplier management. Key skills that will help you succeed in this role: Experience: 5+ years in indirect procurement, preferably within professional services categories. Stakeholder Management: Ability to engage senior leaders across cultures and time zones with professionalism and confidence. Strategic Mindset: Skilled in TCO analysis, cost optimization, and delivering measurable savings. Data-Driven: Strong analytical skills to interpret spend data and support decision-making. Agility & Flexibility: Comfortable working in a dynamic environment and willing to travel internationally. Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach. How you will be rewarded: 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 (url removed). 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. #EVB #LI-SS1 #CVL To submit your application, please click the "Apply" button online. All applications are carefully considered and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Johnson Matthey for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise.Johnson Matthey respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice: Johnson Matthey Privacy Notice . By applying for this role and creating an account you are agreeing to the notice. Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief