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This iconic FTSE 100 FMCG brand has enjoyed explosive growth during the last 5 years, and with continued expansion forecasted over the next 5, coupled with an influx of board-level investment in best-in-class procurement, now is an exciting time to be joining this close-knit Strategic Sourcing team. Now the business has created a senior position for a passionate Procurement specialist to be a major contributor in winning business support and driving towards best-practice. As the new procurement team member you will own a complex £ Multi-Million spend mainly across IT Software, Hardware & Consultancy, but also HR, Utilities, FM and Fleet, and mentor / coach an up-and-coming Indirects Buyer.
Job Responsibility:
Strategic Sourcing Lead for all Software, Hardware and Professional Services subcategories
Negotiating with market leading Technology vendors / suppliers
Project leading category / sourcing strategies, owning the cradle-to-grave procurement process
Regular interaction with an executive level stakeholder community
Instilling a high performance culture amongst the Procurement team, upskilling more junior team members
Requirements:
Strong procurement and strategic sourcing experience within established companies
at least 2 years specialising in IT & Technology categories
track record of progression from Buyer to Senior Buyer to Procurement Manager / Category Manager
Degree / MCIPS qualifications preferable though not essential