Buyer - Capex, MRO, FM, Utilities

Our client a Major European Food organisation are extremely acquisitive and dynamic and as such are seeking individuals for these newly created roles, taking control of part of a spend across Europe of €150m including the following category areas: Capex, MRO, FM, Utilities and Logistics

Your key responsibilities will include:

• You will support the management of FM, MRO, Capex, Logistics and utilities spend
• Own and execute strategic sourcing plans aligned to business needs and objectives
• Manage and develop a network of supplier relationships that deliver value across quality, service, innovation and cost
• Provide and demonstrate high level of procurement and technical category expertise to drive the group sourcing agenda
• Own and maintain key stakeholder relationships at all levels
• Assist senior buyers in ensuring the procurement team deliver on-time and in-full objectives
• Manage category cost base in-line with budget and drive continuous improvement projects.
• Provide financial transparency and forecast accuracy
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders understanding requirements and gaining buy-in

Person Specification:

• Graduate or equivalent preferred
• CIPS qualified or studying
• Successfully implemented strategic sourcing plans in relation to any of the above categories
• Pan-European sourcing experience
• Proven delivery of tangible benefits in quality, service, innovation and cost savings.
• Background within a Food or Food Manufacturing environment would be advantageous
• Language skills are advantageous particularly European (Italian, German, French, Spanish)
• Travel is required to engage with factory stakeholders and understand business requirements at least circa twice per month.