Welcome to Yum
Home of some of the world’s most iconic restaurant brands – including KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell. With over 60,000 restaurants across more than 155 countries, we’re the largest restaurant company in the world. But what really makes Yum! special is our people. We’re a business built on bold ideas, collaboration and growth, where individuals are empowered to bring their authentic selves, challenge thinking and help shape the future of our brands.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Category Buyer/Project Manager is responsible for the purchasing of goods and services necessary for to achieve the category and wider business objectives as well as managing projects within the category team across all of packaging. This role ensures that procurement activities are cost-effective, timely, and compliant with internal policies and external regulations as well as respective projects being delivered on time and across markets.
Please note this is a 6 month FTC
WHAT WILL YOU SPEND YOUR TIME DOING
* Run Procurement processes RFx processes (RFI, RFP, RFQ) for sourcing initiatives.
* Assist in the development and execution of procurement strategies and cost- saving initiativesand amendments.
* Contribute to procurement reporting and analysis, including spend analysis, cost trends, and savings tracking
* Develop and maintain a KPI scorecard system to track the performance for projects and strategies
* Lead end to end project delivery across respective packaging categories
* Act as a single point of accountability for packaging project delivery
* Establish and maintain project governance frameworks in line with packaging strategy]
* Manage project interdependencies across markets, workstreams and suppliers
* Facilitate regular communication between suppliers and internal teams to ensure expectations are clear and delivery milestones are met
* Support cross-functional teams in supplier selection, contract negotiation, and performance evaluation
* Provide guidance and support to stakeholders regarding procurement processes, sourcing options, and policy compliance
* Monitor supplier performance and resolve supply-related issues to ensure continuity of supply
* Support identification and mitigation of category-specific risks including supply chain disruptions and non-compliance
* Track adherence to procurement policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
* Support contract development and management activities, including renewals
WHAT WE LOVE FROM YOU:
EXPERIENCE
* Experience within a Buyer role with strong Project Management skills.
* Strong negotiation and communication skills
* Commercial awareness and cost-conscious mindset
* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
* Attention to detail and organizational skills
* Analytical and problem-solving abilities
* Project management and ability to work across many stakeholders
ABOUT YOU
* A genuine team player
* A self-starter with curiosity, energy and adaptability
* Hungry to learn and thrive in a small, mighty team
* A practical problem-solver with strong commercial instincts
* Obsessed with high standards, momentum and getting things done
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:
We offer benefits that make your life that little bit easier, because we know the juggle is real.
From flexible, hybrid working to Fri-Yay early finishes and Live Well Days, we’ve created a package that supports the real you, in and out of work.
You’ll get:
* Hybrid working from our Woking RSC (just 24 mins from London). This role is remote based but occasional visits to our RSC will be required.
* Up to 11% company pension contributions
* Fri-Yay finishes at 1pm every Friday
* 25 days’ holiday (plus bank hols) a
* 5 Live Well Days a year, just for you
* Bonus scheme linked to company & personal performance
* Private healthcare, Digital GP access & mental health coaching
* Enhanced parental leave and flexible return options
* Study support, income protection, life cover & more
Because real ones deserve real rewards.
THE ROAD TO BECOMING A REAL ONE...
1. Apply (Go on... do it) – send us your CV and answer a couple of app questions.
2. Intro call with our Talent Team
3. Virtual call with Hiring Manager + another team member
4. F2F interview & Task at our HQ, Home of Yum in Woking
Ready?
We hope so, if you’re ready to be part of our community, now’s the time to apply.
Worried you aren’t ticking all the boxes? Don’t - we’d still love to hear from you.
Beware of fake job postings using Yum! and/or our brand logos -- KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and Habit Burger & Grill -- on fraudulent sites. Yum! Brands only posts jobs on official careers pages and never asks for money during onboarding. Avoid unsolicited contacts via Telegram, WhatsApp or similar social apps.