Technology Buyer

The Business:

FTSE 100 household name in the FMCG/Retail space. A Procurement function with a phenomenal reputation for development, progression and 'best practice'.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead on procurement projects in the IT category covering the likes of SaaS/Software, Infrastructure, Networks, Cloud and IT Professional Services
• A split between Category Planning and implementation, with delivery of procurement projects end to end
• Opportunity Assessment - Proactive in identifying procurement opportunities and building stakeholder relationships
• Support on spend reporting and analysis in a cross functional environment

Key Skills:

• Indirect or IT procurement experience - Experience in the Technology category in some capacity is a nice to have but not a must. It is more important you have a good foundation of Procurement experience around the end to end process, with a good understanding of 'best practice' and the ambition to continuously grow and learn
• Able to work in a fast paced environment
• Project Management skills - able to manage multiple projects and deliver at pace
• Strong interpersonal skill-set - able to build lasting relationships and influence these
• Good understanding of category strategy/planning
• CIPS/Degree or equivalent qualification

What is in it for you?

• Strong package/Bonus scheme
• An environment where your career development is front and centre
• A fun, sociable working environment
• An opportunity to develop your experience in a mature, forward thinking Procurement function

Desired Skills and Experience

The Business:
FTSE 100 household name in the FMCG/Retail space. A Procurement function with a phenomenal reputation for development, progression and 'best practice'.

Key Responsibilities:
* Lead on procurement projects in the IT category covering the likes of SaaS/Software, Infrastructure, Networks, Cloud and IT Professional Services
* A split between Category Planning and implementation, with delivery of procurement projects end to end
* Opportunity Assessment - Proactive in identifying procurement opportunities and building stakeholder relationships
* Support on spend reporting and analysis in a cross functional environment

Key Skills:
* Indirect or IT procurement experience - Experience in the Technology category in some capacity is a nice to have but not a must. It is more important you have a good foundation of Procurement experience around the end to end process, with a good understanding of 'best practice' and the ambition to continuously grow and learn
* Able to work in a fast paced environment
* Project Management skills - able to manage multiple projects and deliver at pace
* Strong interpersonal skill-set - able to build lasting relationships and influence these
* Good understanding of category strategy/planning
* CIPS/Degree or equivalent qualification

What is in it for you?
* Strong package/Bonus scheme
* An environment where your career development is front and centre
* A fun, sociable working environment
* An opportunity to develop your experience in a mature, forward thinking Procurement function

Location: The City, GB

Posted Date: 9/20/2024