Regional Procurement Buyer – Logistics

Job title:

Regional Procurement Buyer – Logistics

Company

Advocate Group

Job description

Take Your Procurement Career to the Next Level!Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for procurement and logistics? Looking for a role where you can drive impactful business decisions within a dynamic and evolving environment?Join a global leader in the consumer goods industry as our next Regional Procurement Buyer and help shape the future of our supply chain for the UK & Ireland. This is your opportunity to be part of an iconic company known for its beloved brands, rich heritage, and culture of innovation.In this exciting role, you’ll work closely with the Head of Procurement for UK&I and global procurement teams to manage logistics procurement, ensuring supply continuity, cost optimisation, and sustainable sourcing. You’ll play a key role in defining and executing the strategy that will drive our continued success in the logistics category.Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end procurement process for logistics across the UK&I region, ensuring security of supply and cost efficiency.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with both global and regional suppliers.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing sites, supply chain teams, and R&D partners to drive regional projects.
• Implement innovative procurement strategies focused on sustainability, innovation, and supply continuity.
• Act as the key point of contact for stakeholders, managing supplier performance and negotiating contracts to deliver maximum value.

About You:

• Proven experience in procurement, ideally within logistics or indirect categories.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• A strategic thinker who can balance big-picture goals with operational execution.
• Excellent relationship-building skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• MCIPS certification or equivalent experience is a plus.

Why Join?

• Be part of a global powerhouse that combines beloved, heritage brands with cutting-edge innovation.
• Enjoy a hybrid working model with three days in our modern office, located in the heart of London.
• Work in a vibrant, fast-paced environment where agility and collaboration are at the core of our success.
• Benefit from incredible growth opportunities and the chance to make a lasting impact on our supply chain strategies.

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, work with a world-renowned company, and make an impact on a global scale, we want to hear from you!Get in touch with Kieran Tudsbury or click “Apply Now” to be considered for this incredible opportunity.Email:We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Expected salary

£45000 per year

Location

Central London

Job date

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 02:30:33 GMT

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