Procurement Manager
Procurement Manager
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Job Description
Brakes have an opportunity for an Indirect Goods and Services Procurement Manager to join the Indirect Goods and Services procurement team (IG&S) within the Merchandising department on a full-time permanent basis.
Reporting to the Head of Indirect Goods & Services the Indirect Procurement Managers role is integral to delivering and managing a reliable and efficient supplier base for the effective running of our business.
The IG&S team looks after a wide range of diverse areas including utilities fuel trucks cars transport warehousing facilities stationary uniforms to name but a few across all Sysco GB companies. Youll be directly responsible for your own range of categories sourcing goods and services of the right quality service and price plus ensuring robust contract positions minimising risks and maximising benefits.
This role is offering a hybrid working contract with the expectation being one or two weekly visits into the Ashford Kent office so you must be within a commutable distance.
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:
- To work cross-functionally with key stakeholders in the Sysco GB business in order to source cost-effective goods and services as required
- To successfully negotiate manage and complete contract negotiations delivering cost savings and operational efficiency across the Group.
- To manage the supplier base negotiating terms developing joint business plans & delivering improved product and service levels.
- To act as an escalation point and to take ownership of and resolve any problems arising in your area.
- To ensure products are sourced adhering to all group policy including delivery our CSR credentials.
- Supplier negotiation to achieve cost savings including bringing negotiations to a contractual conclusion although you will work alongside experienced negotiators with good knowledge of the categories to draw from plus you will also be supported by a strong legal team.
About you:
The successful candidate will have experience in a similar Buyer / Procurement role and looking to join a global organisation for the next step in their career.
You will be a confident communicator including with senior stakeholders and you will enjoy working in cross-functional teams building relationships both internally and with external suppliers to extract maximum value from the relationships.
We require someone with good numerical and analytical skills who can deliver insights and drive the direction of their categories. You will have strong planning organisational and prioritisation skills whilst demonstrating resilience under pressure to achieve tight deadlines.
What youll receive:
- A competitive salary
- Company Car or Car Allowance of 5500 per annum
- Pension scheme
- Life Assurance
- Single private medical healthcare cover
- Generous holiday allowance of 25 days bank holidays with option to purchase additional holidays
- Huge discounts on all sorts of lovely food and award-wining products through our staff shop
- Discounts on Cinema tickets shopping and earn cashback on purchases through Sysco benefits portal
- Recognition awards and Incentives
- Real career opportunities - being part of Sysco the worlds leading foodservice business opens up a world of possibility
Additional Information :
At Sysco GB everyone is welcome. We dont want you to fit our culture we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We dont just look at your CV were more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Sysco GB and we recognise that Sysco GB can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. Well do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
