Alexander Steele has partnered with a leading global food manufacturer that is urgently looking for an Indirect Procurement Buyer to contribute to the development of the regional Logistics procurement category strategy, drive procurement best practice and deliver high quality strategic solutions to meet the needs of the business.
Key responsibilities:
* Deliver cost reduction projects across regional spends and drive value improvement initiatives throughout the category.
* Provide information and impact assessments for Global Procurement teams to support Global procurement strategies and plans and execute them for the region.
* Build and execute regional category strategies to deliver cost reduction, supply continuity, innovation sustainability benefits.
Candidate requirements:
* A degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Management or equivalent
* Procurement/Buying experience in a global FMCG environment.
* Indirect Procurement or Buying experience working with Logistics, Supply Chain, Warehousing or 3PL categories.
* Excellent knowledge of sourcing practices and ability to lead the end-to-end sourcing process.
* Strong communication skills and ability to engage with senior stakeholders.
Salary will be circa £40K to £46K + Bonus
The role will be based in the Leicestershire area
Hybrid-remote working options available (3 days in the office/2 days from home)