Buyer - Procurement (London/Coventry/Manchester)
We’re a FTSE business that moves incredibly fast. When we’re not handling projects, we’re helping all corners of the wider group with what they’re trying to achieve. And around here, you can see the results of your work as soon as you walk into a store, which gives you a real sense of purpose and responsibility.
We have 4 Procurement Buyer roles available, across multiple tech categories. You’ll come into an office in London, Coventry or Manchester twice a month on average, with the rest of your time working from home.
Why join us
Joining Sainsbury's as a Procurement Buyer in our Tech team, means becoming an integral part of a dynamic and cost-conscious culture, where you will have the opportunity to drive efficiency, build strong supplier relationships, and contribute to transforming the way we do business.
What You'll Do
You’ll play a crucial role in supporting the development and execution of commercial sourcing strategies to deliver value for the business. You will collaborate with various functions to source technology services and products that align with Sainsbury's agendas, leading multiple commercial tenders and negotiations while ensuring compliance with Sainsbury's Procurement Policy.
Who You Are
You have a strong foundation in procurement principles and techniques, driven by commercial acumen and a passion for building a successful career in procurement. Your ability to lead strategic sourcing activities, manage suppliers and stakeholders, and execute end-to-end commercial tenders demonstrates your expertise in delivering value for the business while adhering to procurement policies and standards.
Essential Criteria
* Demonstrable procurement experience, including leading end-to-end commercial tenders and strategic sourcing.
* Strong analytical skills for evaluating costs and commercial options using data.
* Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders.
* Proactive approach to learning and adapting in a fast-paced retail environment.
* Ownership mindset with a focus on problem-solving and solution development.
We are committed to being a truly inclusive retailer, so you’ll be welcomed whoever you are and wherever you work. We offer an amazing range of benefits, including colleague discount, pensions scheme, life cover, performance-related bonus, and more.
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