Buyer - Indirects
Department: Procurement
Location: Uxbridge
We’re looking for a Buyer - Indirects to take ownership of key spend categories, delivering procurement strategy, driving savings, and building a robust, sustainable supply base across Pilgrim’s Europe. This is a strategic, commercially focused role, working cross‑functionally to deliver value, optimise total cost of ownership, and support a 3‑year procurement roadmap.
What You’ll Do
* Own and manage Indirects spend categories end‑to‑end
* Develop and execute category strategies and sourcing plans
* Lead tenders, supplier negotiations and contract management
* Deliver cost savings, synergies and value‑adding initiatives
* Analyse spend, benchmark suppliers and identify improvement opportunities
* Drive supplier performance, risk management and continuity planning
* Partner with stakeholders across the business to deliver procurement objectives
* Support global cross‑functional and synergy programmes
What You’ll Bring
* Strong experience in procurement, sourcing and category management
* Proven ability to deliver savings and manage supplier relationships
* Strong commercial, analytical and negotiation skills
* Experience working in cross‑functional environments
* Proactive, results‑driven mindset with strong stakeholder skills
* Knowledge of Indirects categories, SAP or eProcurement tools (desirable)
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