SENIOR BUYER | SOURCING EVENT - DEFENCE SECTORSummer-Browning Associates is currently assisting our client in the Defence Sector, who is looking for a Senor Buyer for an initial 12-month assignment.Location: Reading - HybridEssential Skills: The ideal candidates will have recent experience as Buyers, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of end-to-end public procurement that achieves cost savings.Experience supporting the procurement process for Requests for Information (RFI), Requests for Proposals (RFP), E-procurement, negotiation, and vendor management in relevant categories.Experience in sourcing processes and end-to-end tender management.Background in procurement or purchasing operations within the Defence, Nuclear, or Central Government sectors.Experienced user of electronic purchasing systems eg Jaggaer Source to Contract or similar system working knowledge.Knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and PCR 2015 (Desired)To apply, please submit your latest CV for review.