Marketing Category Buyer

Marketing Category Buyer – Sport Sector

This is more than just a job, it’s joining a team that feels like family, united by precision, passion, and performance.
  
Once in a lifetime opportunity to join a team that operates at the forefront of 
innovation, where your work directly contributes to world-class performance.
  
Salary up to £65,000 ( Depending on experience) 
Car scheme, Private Medical, Dental, Free Gym, Bonus
Hybrid- North Oxfordshire, 1 day work from home
  
Are you ready to take your procurement career to the next level in one of the most exhilarating and high-performance industries on the planet?

We’re seeking a Senior Marketing Buyer to lead procurement initiatives across a wide range of indirect categories including Marketing, Communications, Merchandising, and Event Services. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence commercial strategy and supplier performance across a high-profile, fast-paced sporting environment.
  
Key Responsibilities of the Marketing Senior Buyer

  • Lead strategic sourcing and category management across indirect spend areas.
  • Develop procurement strategies that align with business goals and drive value.
  • Manage supplier relationships, ensuring delivery against KPIs and SLAs.
  • Negotiate complex contracts and mitigate commercial risks.
  • Mentor junior buyers and contribute to a high-performing procurement team.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver procurement excellence and innovation.

  
What We’re Looking For

  • Proven experience in strategic procurement across marketing / sponsorship / events / merchandise / creative
  • Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to manage supplier performance
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication abilities.
  • A proactive, resilient mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

  
This isn’t just another procurement role — it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. You’ll be joining a team that operates at the forefront of 
innovation, where your work directly contributes to world-class performance.
  
Benefits Include:

  • Private Medical Insurance and Dental
  • Exclusive Vehicle Loan Scheme
  • Free canteen
  • Free State-of-the-art Onsite Gym 
  • Life Assurance 
  • Pension Scheme 
  • Tech Scheme 
  • Bonus
  • 2nd to none team culture

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