Buyer to £36,000 Reading, Berkshire Food Manufacturing Job ref: 8817 The company An award-winning company driven by its innovation thanks to skilled chefs and designers, producing and providing high end goods for the UKs leading food manufacturers and retailers. Their passion for food and drive is exemplary. About the Buyer job This is a new role where you will ensure that the company purchases its raw materials, packaging and services efficiently, cost effectively and to the appropriate quality standards. Key tasks Negotiate contracts with suppliers taking into consideration total cost and service. Forecast price & market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer/ supplier power. Track and report key functional metrics to reduce costs & improve effectiveness. Manage vendor performance through vendor rating and act on poor performance. Develop key relationships with business stakeholders and strategic supply partners to improve business. About You You will ideally already have buying experience and possibly looking to take the next step up. Previous experience within food manufacturing would also be great but other industries such as FMCG would be considered. Educated to degree level and ideally MCIPS qualified. Proficient with operating computer systems & Microsoft packages. Collaborative, accountable and happy to be a market expert. Project management skills, strong communicator, networking. More details The Buyer job is based in Reading, Berkshire and is paying up to £36,000 according to your experience. The package includes 31 days holiday, employee assistance program, life insurance, sickness pay, company pension, free / discounted products as well as other benefits. The working hours are Monday to Friday, office hours. Alternate job titles Buyer Junior Buyer Purchasing Assistant Procurement Sourcing Food manufacturing Buying jobs The site is located in Berkshire and is commutable from Swindon, Thatcham, Oxford, Slough and Southampton.
Jan 20, 2025
Full time
Buyer to £36,000 Reading, Berkshire Food Manufacturing Job ref: 8817 The company An award-winning company driven by its innovation thanks to skilled chefs and designers, producing and providing high end goods for the UKs leading food manufacturers and retailers. Their passion for food and drive is exemplary. About the Buyer job This is a new role where you will ensure that the company purchases its raw materials, packaging and services efficiently, cost effectively and to the appropriate quality standards. Key tasks Negotiate contracts with suppliers taking into consideration total cost and service. Forecast price & market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer/ supplier power. Track and report key functional metrics to reduce costs & improve effectiveness. Manage vendor performance through vendor rating and act on poor performance. Develop key relationships with business stakeholders and strategic supply partners to improve business. About You You will ideally already have buying experience and possibly looking to take the next step up. Previous experience within food manufacturing would also be great but other industries such as FMCG would be considered. Educated to degree level and ideally MCIPS qualified. Proficient with operating computer systems & Microsoft packages. Collaborative, accountable and happy to be a market expert. Project management skills, strong communicator, networking. More details The Buyer job is based in Reading, Berkshire and is paying up to £36,000 according to your experience. The package includes 31 days holiday, employee assistance program, life insurance, sickness pay, company pension, free / discounted products as well as other benefits. The working hours are Monday to Friday, office hours. Alternate job titles Buyer Junior Buyer Purchasing Assistant Procurement Sourcing Food manufacturing Buying jobs The site is located in Berkshire and is commutable from Swindon, Thatcham, Oxford, Slough and Southampton.
Procurement Manager - Technology Role OVO-View Location: Hub based! Bristol or London, with weekly travel to our London hub But you have the flexibility to work wherever suits you best Team: Procurement & Supplier Management (Finance) Salary banding: £55,000 - £71,500 Experience: Manager Working pattern:Full-Time Reporting to: John Hawkins - Senior Procurement Manager, Technology Sponsorship: Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. This role in 3 words: Driving, Relationships, Commercial Top 3 qualities for this role: Influence, Self-Solving, Commercial In the words of the team, you should leave your current role for this one because . "OVO is a fantastic place to work. The company cares deeply for its people which makes you want to go above and beyond. There is a reason we won Times best place to work! The Procurement & Supplier Management team are on a really exciting journey and it's not every day you get the ability to actively participate in a Procurement transformation. OVO felt like home to me after just 2 weeks and I put that down to having such a great team around me" Everyone belongs at OVO At OVO, we are on a mission to solve one of humanity's biggest challenges, the climate crisis. And we know it takes all of us to change the world. That's why we need diverse people from all gender identities, ethnicities, ages, sexual orientations, life experiences and backgrounds to join us. Team working for the planet Everything we do here spins around Plan Zero. So, naturally, the team you'll be joining plays a gigantic role in making that happen. Here's how: As an enterprise business OVO's supply chain presents large risk but great opportunity when it comes to sustainability and wider ESG initiatives. Procurement & Supply Management play a vital role when contributing to OVOs wider Plan Zero aspirations ensuring we're working with the right partners and handling risks appropriately. This role in a nutshell: We're hiring for the best of the best in the world of Procurement! A Procurement transformation is never simple but the rewards are huge. We need dedicated, driven self starters who know what good looks like and how to get there. We have a very ambitious strategy to be recognised as a leading function in the Procurement industry winning awards and experimenting with innovative technologies that give us the edge over our competition, such as incorporation of AI. We're investing in an exciting training programme (our Procurement DNA) to provide a fantastic foundational capability at all levels and will be recognised across the business for value generation beyond tactical cost savings. Our journey is just getting started so come and be part of something great. Reporting to the Senior Procurement Manager for Technology within the Procurement team responsible for supporting change, delivering results and setting the bar for 'what good looks like' across the team and management level and below. Buying goods or services are a crucial part of OVO's business. It enables us to deliver a whole range of products to our customers from marketing campaigns, smart meters and everything in between. The Procurement Team's objectives are: Driving commercial benefits to support OVOs EBITDA targets Getting the Procurement basics right, reducing risks and driving compliance whilst still allowing OVO to operate in an agile manner Procuring goods and services in a sustainable manner wherever possible, aligning to OVO's Plan Zero Becoming a knowledge base of relevant supply markets, products, technologies and trends and bringing this back into our business Continuously aspiring for improvements in commercial value, process efficiency and risk mitigation Effectively partner with our internal colleagues Supporting in the implementation of procurement systems that underpin the execution of opportunities whilst reducing risk and improving compliance Your key outcomes will be: Supporting the sourcing strategy and plan across Technology (connectivity & telco, data services, hardware, hosting and infrastructure, software & applications, technology services). You will be delivering outstanding stakeholder management to Senior Managers and Heads of Department under the Chief Product and Technology officer, aligning the supply chain to the business strategy and objectives. Adopting a Category Management approach this role will be supporting the development of appropriate category strategies which de-risk OVOs market exposure and drive maximum potential value. Additional responsibilities include: Using data to build and keep updated a clear view of category spend and suppliers (taxonomy driven) Supporting category savings opportunity analysis and future pipeline initiatives Delivering savings that chip in towards the OVO procurement team objectives and impact OVO's EBITDA Completing regular RFx exercises, leading by example and guiding the business through the process via strong project management practices Collaborative development of negotiation plans bringing partners in where appropriate Leading on material commercial initiatives and presenting these to the C-suite in line with OVO's delegation of authority matrix Working closely with the Supplier Management team to implement effective supplier management strategies Ensuring relevant OVO team members are aligned (and are adhering to) the procurement policy and process monitoring and reporting on compliance Continuously aspiring for improvements in commercial value, process improvement and risk mitigation Contributing towards continuous improvement of Procurement ways of working (tools, process, customer journey) whilst leading change with OVO partners Supporting OVOs Plan Zero objectives and demonstrating how your sourcing exercises contribute to the overall strategy You'll be a successful Procurement Manager, Tech here at OVO if you Are able to sell and promote the benefits of Procurement to Technology team members and peers Are an inquisitive self starter who is able to hold themselves accountable for their own output Validated experience in a similar procurement role with validated understanding of technology operations in an enterprise business Are a successful negotiator with a consistent track record of delivering material commercial benefits Are customer service obsessed, adopting a business partnering approach Can demonstrate 'outstanding' Procurement Management, setting a benchmark at your level and an aspiration for junior members of the team (Senior Buyers). Analytical, able to effectively source and manipulate data, turning it into meaningful outputs Have comprehensive sourcing experience across key Technology subcategories Confident proposing, initiating and implementing change in a constantly evolving environment Possess strong story-telling, relationship building and conflict resolution skills Have good knowledge of Procurement e-sourcing tools (we use Workday Strategic Sourcing) Are team-oriented with a collaborative, pragmatic approach Are CIPS qualified or working towards this (desirable) Exposure to the energy sector is desirable but not crucial Let's talk about what's in it for you We'll pay you between £55,000 and £71,500, depending on your specific skills and experience. If your expectations are a little different, have a chat with us! We keep our pay ranges broad on purpose to give us, and you, flexibility to match your experience to our zero carbon mission. You'll be eligible for an on-target bonus of 15%. We have one OVO bonus plan that focuses on the collective performance of our people to deliver our Plan Zero goal. We also offer plenty of green benefits and progressive policies to help you feel like you belong at OVO and there's flex pay. It's an extra 9% of your salary on top of your core pay to use as you like. You can take it as cash, add to your pension, or choose to spend it on a huge range of flex benefits. Here's a taster of what's on offer: For starters, you'll get 34 days of holiday (including bank holidays). For your health With benefits like a healthcare cash plan or private medical insurance depending on your career level, critical illness cover, life assurance, health assessments, and more For your wellbeing With gym membership, gadget, travel and cyber insurance, workplace ISA, will writing services, DNA testing, dental insurance, and more For your lifestyle With extra holiday buying, discount dining, culture cards, tech loans, and supporting your favourite charities with give-as-you-earn donations For your home Get up to £300 off any OVO Energy plan (when you pay by Direct Debit), plus personal carbon offsetting and great discounts on smart thermostats and EV chargers For your commute Nab a great deal on ultra-low emission car leasing, plus our cycle to work scheme and public transport season ticket loans Want to hear about our full range of flexible benefits and progressive people policies? Our People Team can tell you everything you need to know. For your Belonging . click apply for full job details
Feb 01, 2024
Full time
Procurement Manager - Technology Role OVO-View Location: Hub based! Bristol or London, with weekly travel to our London hub But you have the flexibility to work wherever suits you best Team: Procurement & Supplier Management (Finance) Salary banding: £55,000 - £71,500 Experience: Manager Working pattern:Full-Time Reporting to: John Hawkins - Senior Procurement Manager, Technology Sponsorship: Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. This role in 3 words: Driving, Relationships, Commercial Top 3 qualities for this role: Influence, Self-Solving, Commercial In the words of the team, you should leave your current role for this one because . "OVO is a fantastic place to work. The company cares deeply for its people which makes you want to go above and beyond. There is a reason we won Times best place to work! The Procurement & Supplier Management team are on a really exciting journey and it's not every day you get the ability to actively participate in a Procurement transformation. OVO felt like home to me after just 2 weeks and I put that down to having such a great team around me" Everyone belongs at OVO At OVO, we are on a mission to solve one of humanity's biggest challenges, the climate crisis. And we know it takes all of us to change the world. That's why we need diverse people from all gender identities, ethnicities, ages, sexual orientations, life experiences and backgrounds to join us. Team working for the planet Everything we do here spins around Plan Zero. So, naturally, the team you'll be joining plays a gigantic role in making that happen. Here's how: As an enterprise business OVO's supply chain presents large risk but great opportunity when it comes to sustainability and wider ESG initiatives. Procurement & Supply Management play a vital role when contributing to OVOs wider Plan Zero aspirations ensuring we're working with the right partners and handling risks appropriately. This role in a nutshell: We're hiring for the best of the best in the world of Procurement! A Procurement transformation is never simple but the rewards are huge. We need dedicated, driven self starters who know what good looks like and how to get there. We have a very ambitious strategy to be recognised as a leading function in the Procurement industry winning awards and experimenting with innovative technologies that give us the edge over our competition, such as incorporation of AI. We're investing in an exciting training programme (our Procurement DNA) to provide a fantastic foundational capability at all levels and will be recognised across the business for value generation beyond tactical cost savings. Our journey is just getting started so come and be part of something great. Reporting to the Senior Procurement Manager for Technology within the Procurement team responsible for supporting change, delivering results and setting the bar for 'what good looks like' across the team and management level and below. Buying goods or services are a crucial part of OVO's business. It enables us to deliver a whole range of products to our customers from marketing campaigns, smart meters and everything in between. The Procurement Team's objectives are: Driving commercial benefits to support OVOs EBITDA targets Getting the Procurement basics right, reducing risks and driving compliance whilst still allowing OVO to operate in an agile manner Procuring goods and services in a sustainable manner wherever possible, aligning to OVO's Plan Zero Becoming a knowledge base of relevant supply markets, products, technologies and trends and bringing this back into our business Continuously aspiring for improvements in commercial value, process efficiency and risk mitigation Effectively partner with our internal colleagues Supporting in the implementation of procurement systems that underpin the execution of opportunities whilst reducing risk and improving compliance Your key outcomes will be: Supporting the sourcing strategy and plan across Technology (connectivity & telco, data services, hardware, hosting and infrastructure, software & applications, technology services). You will be delivering outstanding stakeholder management to Senior Managers and Heads of Department under the Chief Product and Technology officer, aligning the supply chain to the business strategy and objectives. Adopting a Category Management approach this role will be supporting the development of appropriate category strategies which de-risk OVOs market exposure and drive maximum potential value. Additional responsibilities include: Using data to build and keep updated a clear view of category spend and suppliers (taxonomy driven) Supporting category savings opportunity analysis and future pipeline initiatives Delivering savings that chip in towards the OVO procurement team objectives and impact OVO's EBITDA Completing regular RFx exercises, leading by example and guiding the business through the process via strong project management practices Collaborative development of negotiation plans bringing partners in where appropriate Leading on material commercial initiatives and presenting these to the C-suite in line with OVO's delegation of authority matrix Working closely with the Supplier Management team to implement effective supplier management strategies Ensuring relevant OVO team members are aligned (and are adhering to) the procurement policy and process monitoring and reporting on compliance Continuously aspiring for improvements in commercial value, process improvement and risk mitigation Contributing towards continuous improvement of Procurement ways of working (tools, process, customer journey) whilst leading change with OVO partners Supporting OVOs Plan Zero objectives and demonstrating how your sourcing exercises contribute to the overall strategy You'll be a successful Procurement Manager, Tech here at OVO if you Are able to sell and promote the benefits of Procurement to Technology team members and peers Are an inquisitive self starter who is able to hold themselves accountable for their own output Validated experience in a similar procurement role with validated understanding of technology operations in an enterprise business Are a successful negotiator with a consistent track record of delivering material commercial benefits Are customer service obsessed, adopting a business partnering approach Can demonstrate 'outstanding' Procurement Management, setting a benchmark at your level and an aspiration for junior members of the team (Senior Buyers). Analytical, able to effectively source and manipulate data, turning it into meaningful outputs Have comprehensive sourcing experience across key Technology subcategories Confident proposing, initiating and implementing change in a constantly evolving environment Possess strong story-telling, relationship building and conflict resolution skills Have good knowledge of Procurement e-sourcing tools (we use Workday Strategic Sourcing) Are team-oriented with a collaborative, pragmatic approach Are CIPS qualified or working towards this (desirable) Exposure to the energy sector is desirable but not crucial Let's talk about what's in it for you We'll pay you between £55,000 and £71,500, depending on your specific skills and experience. If your expectations are a little different, have a chat with us! We keep our pay ranges broad on purpose to give us, and you, flexibility to match your experience to our zero carbon mission. You'll be eligible for an on-target bonus of 15%. We have one OVO bonus plan that focuses on the collective performance of our people to deliver our Plan Zero goal. We also offer plenty of green benefits and progressive policies to help you feel like you belong at OVO and there's flex pay. It's an extra 9% of your salary on top of your core pay to use as you like. You can take it as cash, add to your pension, or choose to spend it on a huge range of flex benefits. Here's a taster of what's on offer: For starters, you'll get 34 days of holiday (including bank holidays). For your health With benefits like a healthcare cash plan or private medical insurance depending on your career level, critical illness cover, life assurance, health assessments, and more For your wellbeing With gym membership, gadget, travel and cyber insurance, workplace ISA, will writing services, DNA testing, dental insurance, and more For your lifestyle With extra holiday buying, discount dining, culture cards, tech loans, and supporting your favourite charities with give-as-you-earn donations For your home Get up to £300 off any OVO Energy plan (when you pay by Direct Debit), plus personal carbon offsetting and great discounts on smart thermostats and EV chargers For your commute Nab a great deal on ultra-low emission car leasing, plus our cycle to work scheme and public transport season ticket loans Want to hear about our full range of flexible benefits and progressive people policies? Our People Team can tell you everything you need to know. For your Belonging . click apply for full job details
Role OVO-View Location: Hub based! This role will be based out of our London office, with weekly travel to the office But you have the flexibility to work wherever suits you best Team: Procurement & Supplier Management (Finance) Salary banding: £55,000 - £71,500 Experience: Manager Working pattern:Full-Time Reporting to: John Hawkins - Senior Procurement Manager, Technology Sponsorship: Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. This role in 3 words: Driving, Relationships, Commercial Top 3 qualities for this role: Influence, Self-Solving, Commercial In the words of the team, you should leave your current role for this one because . "OVO is a fantastic place to work. The company cares deeply for its people which makes you want to go above and beyond. There is a reason we won Times best place to work! The Procurement & Supplier Management team are on a really exciting journey and it's not every day you get the ability to actively participate in a Procurement transformation. OVO felt like home to me after just 2 weeks and I put that down to having such a great team around me" Everyone belongs at OVO At OVO, we are on a mission to solve one of humanity's biggest challenges, the climate crisis. And we know it takes all of us to change the world. That's why we need diverse people from all gender identities, ethnicities, ages, sexual orientations, life experiences and backgrounds to join us. Team working for the planet Everything we do here spins around Plan Zero. So, naturally, the team you'll be joining plays a gigantic role in making that happen. Here's how: As an enterprise business OVO's supply chain presents large risk but great opportunity when it comes to sustainability and wider ESG initiatives. Procurement & Supply Management play a vital role when contributing to OVOs wider Plan Zero aspirations ensuring we're working with the right partners and handling risks appropriately. This role in a nutshell: We're hiring for the best of the best in the world of Procurement! A Procurement transformation is never simple but the rewards are huge. We need dedicated, driven self starters who know what good looks like and how to get there. We have a very ambitious strategy to be recognised as a leading function in the Procurement industry winning awards and experimenting with innovative technologies that give us the edge over our competition, such as incorporation of AI. We're investing in an exciting training programme (our Procurement DNA) to provide a fantastic foundational capability at all levels and will be recognised across the business for value generation beyond tactical cost savings. Our journey is just getting started so come and be part of something great. Reporting to the Senior Procurement Manager for Technology within the Procurement team responsible for supporting change, delivering results and setting the bar for 'what good looks like' across the team and management level and below. Buying goods or services are a crucial part of OVO's business. It enables us to deliver a whole range of products to our customers from marketing campaigns, smart meters and everything in between. The Procurement Team's objectives are: Driving commercial benefits to support OVOs EBITDA targets Getting the Procurement basics right, reducing risks and driving compliance whilst still allowing OVO to operate in an agile manner Procuring goods and services in a sustainable manner wherever possible, aligning to OVO's Plan Zero Becoming a knowledge base of relevant supply markets, products, technologies and trends and bringing this back into our business Continuously aspiring for improvements in commercial value, process efficiency and risk mitigation Effectively partner with our internal colleagues Supporting in the implementation of procurement systems that underpin the execution of opportunities whilst reducing risk and improving compliance Your key outcomes will be: Supporting the sourcing strategy and plan across Technology (connectivity & telco, data services, hardware, hosting and infrastructure, software & applications, technology services). You will be delivering outstanding stakeholder management to Senior Managers and Heads of Department under the Chief Product and Technology officer, aligning the supply chain to the business strategy and objectives. Adopting a Category Management approach this role will be supporting the development of appropriate category strategies which de-risk OVOs market exposure and drive maximum potential value. Additional responsibilities include: Using data to build and keep updated a clear view of category spend and suppliers (taxonomy driven) Supporting category savings opportunity analysis and future pipeline initiatives Delivering savings that chip in towards the OVO procurement team objectives and impact OVO's EBITDA Completing regular RFx exercises, leading by example and guiding the business through the process via strong project management practices Collaborative development of negotiation plans bringing partners in where appropriate Leading on material commercial initiatives and presenting these to the C-suite in line with OVO's delegation of authority matrix Working closely with the Supplier Management team to implement effective supplier management strategies Ensuring relevant OVO team members are aligned (and are adhering to) the procurement policy and process monitoring and reporting on compliance Continuously aspiring for improvements in commercial value, process improvement and risk mitigation Contributing towards continuous improvement of Procurement ways of working (tools, process, customer journey) whilst leading change with OVO partners Supporting OVOs Plan Zero objectives and demonstrating how your sourcing exercises contribute to the overall strategy You'll be a successful Procurement Manager, Tech here at OVO if you Are able to sell and promote the benefits of Procurement to Technology team members and peers Are an inquisitive self starter who is able to hold themselves accountable for their own output Validated experience in a similar procurement role with validated understanding of technology operations in an enterprise business Are a successful negotiator with a consistent track record of delivering material commercial benefits Are customer service obsessed, adopting a business partnering approach Can demonstrate 'outstanding' Procurement Management, setting a benchmark at your level and an aspiration for junior members of the team (Senior Buyers). Analytical, able to effectively source and manipulate data, turning it into meaningful outputs Have comprehensive sourcing experience across key Technology subcategories Confident proposing, initiating and implementing change in a constantly evolving environment Possess strong story-telling, relationship building and conflict resolution skills Have good knowledge of Procurement e-sourcing tools (we use Workday Strategic Sourcing) Are team-oriented with a collaborative, pragmatic approach Are CIPS qualified or working towards this (desirable) Exposure to the energy sector is desirable but not crucial Let's talk about what's in it for you We'll pay you between £55,000 and £71,500, depending on your specific skills and experience. If your expectations are a little different, have a chat with us! We keep our pay ranges broad on purpose to give us, and you, flexibility to match your experience to our zero carbon mission. You'll be eligible for an on-target bonus of 15%. We have one OVO bonus plan that focuses on the collective performance of our people to deliver our Plan Zero goal. We also offer plenty of green benefits and progressive policies to help you feel like you belong at OVO and there's flex pay. It's an extra 9% of your salary on top of your core pay to use as you like. You can take it as cash, add to your pension, or choose to spend it on a huge range of flex benefits. Here's a taster of what's on offer: For starters, you'll get 34 days of holiday (including bank holidays). For your health With benefits like a healthcare cash plan or private medical insurance depending on your career level, critical illness cover, life assurance, health assessments, and more For your wellbeing With gym membership, gadget, travel and cyber insurance, workplace ISA, will writing services, DNA testing, dental insurance, and more For your lifestyle With extra holiday buying, discount dining, culture cards, tech loans, and supporting your favourite charities with give-as-you-earn donations For your home Get up to £300 off any OVO Energy plan (when you pay by Direct Debit), plus personal carbon offsetting and great discounts on smart thermostats and EV chargers For your commute Nab a great deal on ultra-low emission car leasing, plus our cycle to work scheme and public transport season ticket loans Want to hear about our full range of flexible benefits and progressive people policies? Our People Team can tell you everything you need to know. For your Belonging . click apply for full job details
Feb 01, 2024
Full time
Role OVO-View Location: Hub based! This role will be based out of our London office, with weekly travel to the office But you have the flexibility to work wherever suits you best Team: Procurement & Supplier Management (Finance) Salary banding: £55,000 - £71,500 Experience: Manager Working pattern:Full-Time Reporting to: John Hawkins - Senior Procurement Manager, Technology Sponsorship: Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. This role in 3 words: Driving, Relationships, Commercial Top 3 qualities for this role: Influence, Self-Solving, Commercial In the words of the team, you should leave your current role for this one because . "OVO is a fantastic place to work. The company cares deeply for its people which makes you want to go above and beyond. There is a reason we won Times best place to work! The Procurement & Supplier Management team are on a really exciting journey and it's not every day you get the ability to actively participate in a Procurement transformation. OVO felt like home to me after just 2 weeks and I put that down to having such a great team around me" Everyone belongs at OVO At OVO, we are on a mission to solve one of humanity's biggest challenges, the climate crisis. And we know it takes all of us to change the world. That's why we need diverse people from all gender identities, ethnicities, ages, sexual orientations, life experiences and backgrounds to join us. Team working for the planet Everything we do here spins around Plan Zero. So, naturally, the team you'll be joining plays a gigantic role in making that happen. Here's how: As an enterprise business OVO's supply chain presents large risk but great opportunity when it comes to sustainability and wider ESG initiatives. Procurement & Supply Management play a vital role when contributing to OVOs wider Plan Zero aspirations ensuring we're working with the right partners and handling risks appropriately. This role in a nutshell: We're hiring for the best of the best in the world of Procurement! A Procurement transformation is never simple but the rewards are huge. We need dedicated, driven self starters who know what good looks like and how to get there. We have a very ambitious strategy to be recognised as a leading function in the Procurement industry winning awards and experimenting with innovative technologies that give us the edge over our competition, such as incorporation of AI. We're investing in an exciting training programme (our Procurement DNA) to provide a fantastic foundational capability at all levels and will be recognised across the business for value generation beyond tactical cost savings. Our journey is just getting started so come and be part of something great. Reporting to the Senior Procurement Manager for Technology within the Procurement team responsible for supporting change, delivering results and setting the bar for 'what good looks like' across the team and management level and below. Buying goods or services are a crucial part of OVO's business. It enables us to deliver a whole range of products to our customers from marketing campaigns, smart meters and everything in between. The Procurement Team's objectives are: Driving commercial benefits to support OVOs EBITDA targets Getting the Procurement basics right, reducing risks and driving compliance whilst still allowing OVO to operate in an agile manner Procuring goods and services in a sustainable manner wherever possible, aligning to OVO's Plan Zero Becoming a knowledge base of relevant supply markets, products, technologies and trends and bringing this back into our business Continuously aspiring for improvements in commercial value, process efficiency and risk mitigation Effectively partner with our internal colleagues Supporting in the implementation of procurement systems that underpin the execution of opportunities whilst reducing risk and improving compliance Your key outcomes will be: Supporting the sourcing strategy and plan across Technology (connectivity & telco, data services, hardware, hosting and infrastructure, software & applications, technology services). You will be delivering outstanding stakeholder management to Senior Managers and Heads of Department under the Chief Product and Technology officer, aligning the supply chain to the business strategy and objectives. Adopting a Category Management approach this role will be supporting the development of appropriate category strategies which de-risk OVOs market exposure and drive maximum potential value. Additional responsibilities include: Using data to build and keep updated a clear view of category spend and suppliers (taxonomy driven) Supporting category savings opportunity analysis and future pipeline initiatives Delivering savings that chip in towards the OVO procurement team objectives and impact OVO's EBITDA Completing regular RFx exercises, leading by example and guiding the business through the process via strong project management practices Collaborative development of negotiation plans bringing partners in where appropriate Leading on material commercial initiatives and presenting these to the C-suite in line with OVO's delegation of authority matrix Working closely with the Supplier Management team to implement effective supplier management strategies Ensuring relevant OVO team members are aligned (and are adhering to) the procurement policy and process monitoring and reporting on compliance Continuously aspiring for improvements in commercial value, process improvement and risk mitigation Contributing towards continuous improvement of Procurement ways of working (tools, process, customer journey) whilst leading change with OVO partners Supporting OVOs Plan Zero objectives and demonstrating how your sourcing exercises contribute to the overall strategy You'll be a successful Procurement Manager, Tech here at OVO if you Are able to sell and promote the benefits of Procurement to Technology team members and peers Are an inquisitive self starter who is able to hold themselves accountable for their own output Validated experience in a similar procurement role with validated understanding of technology operations in an enterprise business Are a successful negotiator with a consistent track record of delivering material commercial benefits Are customer service obsessed, adopting a business partnering approach Can demonstrate 'outstanding' Procurement Management, setting a benchmark at your level and an aspiration for junior members of the team (Senior Buyers). Analytical, able to effectively source and manipulate data, turning it into meaningful outputs Have comprehensive sourcing experience across key Technology subcategories Confident proposing, initiating and implementing change in a constantly evolving environment Possess strong story-telling, relationship building and conflict resolution skills Have good knowledge of Procurement e-sourcing tools (we use Workday Strategic Sourcing) Are team-oriented with a collaborative, pragmatic approach Are CIPS qualified or working towards this (desirable) Exposure to the energy sector is desirable but not crucial Let's talk about what's in it for you We'll pay you between £55,000 and £71,500, depending on your specific skills and experience. If your expectations are a little different, have a chat with us! We keep our pay ranges broad on purpose to give us, and you, flexibility to match your experience to our zero carbon mission. You'll be eligible for an on-target bonus of 15%. We have one OVO bonus plan that focuses on the collective performance of our people to deliver our Plan Zero goal. We also offer plenty of green benefits and progressive policies to help you feel like you belong at OVO and there's flex pay. It's an extra 9% of your salary on top of your core pay to use as you like. You can take it as cash, add to your pension, or choose to spend it on a huge range of flex benefits. Here's a taster of what's on offer: For starters, you'll get 34 days of holiday (including bank holidays). For your health With benefits like a healthcare cash plan or private medical insurance depending on your career level, critical illness cover, life assurance, health assessments, and more For your wellbeing With gym membership, gadget, travel and cyber insurance, workplace ISA, will writing services, DNA testing, dental insurance, and more For your lifestyle With extra holiday buying, discount dining, culture cards, tech loans, and supporting your favourite charities with give-as-you-earn donations For your home Get up to £300 off any OVO Energy plan (when you pay by Direct Debit), plus personal carbon offsetting and great discounts on smart thermostats and EV chargers For your commute Nab a great deal on ultra-low emission car leasing, plus our cycle to work scheme and public transport season ticket loans Want to hear about our full range of flexible benefits and progressive people policies? Our People Team can tell you everything you need to know. 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Role: Procurement Buyer Office Location: North East Lincolnshire Hybrid Working: 2-3 days pw in office, 2-3 days WFH Salary: £36-45k + 10% bonus Excellent opportunity to join a rapidly expanding global company that focuses strongly on sustainable working practices, a great culture and internal coaching and training. The procurement teams are also significantly expanding, creating significant progression opportunities over the coming years both locally, or further afield in London or overseas if desired. Fantastic role that spans procurement and operational purchasing (P2P) across categories such as general indirect industrial goods and services, raw materials (directs) and logistics. You'll undertake the operational (transactional) purchasing activities (tendering, invoice query resolution, PO creation, master data - in conjunction with the process teams and systems) and follow-up on purchases with sites and suppliers to manage quality, time and cost issues. It's a fun and collaborative team, with significant progression opportunities. The Head of Procurement is looking for candidates that are either skilled professionals or more junior candidates looking to progress. The company has a flat structure which provides autonomy and exposure to global SLT and stakeholders, with considerable training and coaching. Two to three days per week in the office provides an enjoyable culture and the opportunity to develop and learn from colleagues and peers. Key competencies: Procurement/purchasing experience, ideally with some experience in industrial indirect goods and services, raw materials, directs, CAPEX, logistics etc Transactional purchasing, finance and accounts payable (AP) experience an advantage Excellent communication & negotiation skills - internal customer focussed Experience of presenting, ideally to senior stakeholders Experience of using data to forecast budgets If interested, please apply ASAP.
Feb 01, 2024
Full time
Role: Procurement Buyer Office Location: North East Lincolnshire Hybrid Working: 2-3 days pw in office, 2-3 days WFH Salary: £36-45k + 10% bonus Excellent opportunity to join a rapidly expanding global company that focuses strongly on sustainable working practices, a great culture and internal coaching and training. The procurement teams are also significantly expanding, creating significant progression opportunities over the coming years both locally, or further afield in London or overseas if desired. Fantastic role that spans procurement and operational purchasing (P2P) across categories such as general indirect industrial goods and services, raw materials (directs) and logistics. You'll undertake the operational (transactional) purchasing activities (tendering, invoice query resolution, PO creation, master data - in conjunction with the process teams and systems) and follow-up on purchases with sites and suppliers to manage quality, time and cost issues. It's a fun and collaborative team, with significant progression opportunities. The Head of Procurement is looking for candidates that are either skilled professionals or more junior candidates looking to progress. The company has a flat structure which provides autonomy and exposure to global SLT and stakeholders, with considerable training and coaching. Two to three days per week in the office provides an enjoyable culture and the opportunity to develop and learn from colleagues and peers. Key competencies: Procurement/purchasing experience, ideally with some experience in industrial indirect goods and services, raw materials, directs, CAPEX, logistics etc Transactional purchasing, finance and accounts payable (AP) experience an advantage Excellent communication & negotiation skills - internal customer focussed Experience of presenting, ideally to senior stakeholders Experience of using data to forecast budgets If interested, please apply ASAP.
Our client is an iconic name in the retail industry. They have a fantastic opportunity for a junior buyer who is keen to progress their career in indirects/services procurement . We are looking for an ambitious buyer who is keen to forge a career in Procurement, and keen to gain experience across a number of categories. Succession planning is the driver behind this role, so it will be a great opportunity for an ambitious Buyer to progress with a well respected retail brand. Some experience in a procurement function, or a Procurement related Degree along with a passion for procurement is all that's needed. In return, you will have the opportunity to shadow and learn from the Procurement Managers and study for a CIPS qualification if thats the route you would like to take. Hybrid working - 2/3 days in various locations and 2/3 days from home, although you may be required to be on site a little more often while you settle in. Please use the site buttons to Apply. If you would like to know more about this opportunity, please call Karen Laker on (0) - Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue-chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Business -
Feb 01, 2024
Full time
Our client is an iconic name in the retail industry. They have a fantastic opportunity for a junior buyer who is keen to progress their career in indirects/services procurement . We are looking for an ambitious buyer who is keen to forge a career in Procurement, and keen to gain experience across a number of categories. Succession planning is the driver behind this role, so it will be a great opportunity for an ambitious Buyer to progress with a well respected retail brand. Some experience in a procurement function, or a Procurement related Degree along with a passion for procurement is all that's needed. In return, you will have the opportunity to shadow and learn from the Procurement Managers and study for a CIPS qualification if thats the route you would like to take. Hybrid working - 2/3 days in various locations and 2/3 days from home, although you may be required to be on site a little more often while you settle in. Please use the site buttons to Apply. If you would like to know more about this opportunity, please call Karen Laker on (0) - Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue-chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Business -
Logistics Buyer Procurement Prestigious Global FMCG West London (Hybrid) c.£40,000 - £45,000 + 10% bonus + CIPS To apply please contact Oskar at Seize this standout opportunity to join a highly regarded FMCG firm and an ever-growing global procurement function. The organisation seeks an ambitious indirect procurement professional to help drive innovation, cost savings and efficiency across their world class indirect procurement function. The role is broad in scope and will provide the successful candidate with great exposure to an array of indirect spend areas such as; FM, Logistics, Professional Services Distribution, Transport and Travel categories. Furthermore, the firm provides excellent opportunities to progress your career and make a mark on a large and thriving FMCG organisation with a enormous global portfolio of market leading food products. The firm are offering a starting salary between £40,000 to £45,000, 10% bonus and flexible hybrid working 3x per week out of their head office based in West London. Logistics Buyer Responsibilities: Take the lead on Logistics procurement strategies for various categories and manage £Multi-Million spends across UK sites. The succesful candidate will influence, develop and implement a category strategy that will be utilised across a variety of national locations. You will collaborate effectively with both local and international procurement departments to add value and improve spend and efficiencies across the wider business. Collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders as part of a wider procurement function, adding value to the various categories you handle. Progress your procurement career by working in a fast-paced environment for one of the world's largest and most established food companies. Improve cash flow, innovation, sustainability and cost savings. Indirect Procurement Buyer Desired Background: 1 - 4 years procurement experience and exposure to indirect procurement activities. Exposure to end-to-end procurement Experience working successfully in a fast-paced environment. Track record of progression and achievements in previous procurement roles. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong Academics (2.1 degree or above / CIPS qualified) Would you like to seize this unique opportunity and progress your procurement career? To find out more and apply please send your CV to Oskar at or directly through this page. Key Skills: Procurement, indirect procurement, indirect, Logistics, Distribution, Transport, travel, FM, Faciltiies Management, soft services, hard services, buyer, assistant buyer, junior buyer, procurement specialist, professional services procurement, HR procurement, Finance procurement, capex procurement, professional services, marketing procurement, indirect generalist, IT procurement, FM procurement, supply chain, strategic sourcing, stakeholder management, negotiation, SRM, contract management, food procurement, food & beverage procurement, food & beverage, confectionary, retail, pharmaceutical procurement, procurement consultancy, FMCG, Pharmaceuticals, West London, London, Reading, Berkshire, Central London, Surrey, Slough, Watford, High Wycombe, Hammersmith, Wimbeldon, Fulham, Victoria, Earls Court, Barons Court, Kensington, Chelsea, Hounslow, Wembley, Sloane Square, Acton, Brentford, Shepherds Bush
Dec 06, 2023
Full time
Logistics Buyer Procurement Prestigious Global FMCG West London (Hybrid) c.£40,000 - £45,000 + 10% bonus + CIPS To apply please contact Oskar at Seize this standout opportunity to join a highly regarded FMCG firm and an ever-growing global procurement function. The organisation seeks an ambitious indirect procurement professional to help drive innovation, cost savings and efficiency across their world class indirect procurement function. The role is broad in scope and will provide the successful candidate with great exposure to an array of indirect spend areas such as; FM, Logistics, Professional Services Distribution, Transport and Travel categories. Furthermore, the firm provides excellent opportunities to progress your career and make a mark on a large and thriving FMCG organisation with a enormous global portfolio of market leading food products. The firm are offering a starting salary between £40,000 to £45,000, 10% bonus and flexible hybrid working 3x per week out of their head office based in West London. Logistics Buyer Responsibilities: Take the lead on Logistics procurement strategies for various categories and manage £Multi-Million spends across UK sites. The succesful candidate will influence, develop and implement a category strategy that will be utilised across a variety of national locations. You will collaborate effectively with both local and international procurement departments to add value and improve spend and efficiencies across the wider business. Collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders as part of a wider procurement function, adding value to the various categories you handle. Progress your procurement career by working in a fast-paced environment for one of the world's largest and most established food companies. Improve cash flow, innovation, sustainability and cost savings. Indirect Procurement Buyer Desired Background: 1 - 4 years procurement experience and exposure to indirect procurement activities. Exposure to end-to-end procurement Experience working successfully in a fast-paced environment. Track record of progression and achievements in previous procurement roles. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong Academics (2.1 degree or above / CIPS qualified) Would you like to seize this unique opportunity and progress your procurement career? To find out more and apply please send your CV to Oskar at or directly through this page. Key Skills: Procurement, indirect procurement, indirect, Logistics, Distribution, Transport, travel, FM, Faciltiies Management, soft services, hard services, buyer, assistant buyer, junior buyer, procurement specialist, professional services procurement, HR procurement, Finance procurement, capex procurement, professional services, marketing procurement, indirect generalist, IT procurement, FM procurement, supply chain, strategic sourcing, stakeholder management, negotiation, SRM, contract management, food procurement, food & beverage procurement, food & beverage, confectionary, retail, pharmaceutical procurement, procurement consultancy, FMCG, Pharmaceuticals, West London, London, Reading, Berkshire, Central London, Surrey, Slough, Watford, High Wycombe, Hammersmith, Wimbeldon, Fulham, Victoria, Earls Court, Barons Court, Kensington, Chelsea, Hounslow, Wembley, Sloane Square, Acton, Brentford, Shepherds Bush
Location(s): Essen, NW, DE, 45141 Coventry, COV, GB, CV4 8PB Hamburg, HH, DE, 20354 Utrecht, UT, NL, 3521 AZ Swindon, Wiltshire, GB, SN5 6PB RWE Renewables GmbH To start as soon as possible, Full time, Permanent Your future plans Lead and manage your international team of Buyers to ensure procurement needs are fully met and deliver best value across the RWE business. Develop team to utilise procurement tools available to our best advantage Ensure short and long term value through formulation and implementation of category sourcing strategies to achieve the business objectives and/or the lowest Total Cost of Ownership and support Category Managers in developing strategic category plans if needed Maintain supply chain security by having a market awareness and planning for different circumstances Lead or support key supplier relationships ensuring that suppliers are meeting the demands of our contracts and that market and supplier intelligence is captured to feed into future procurement and category management strategies Engage with key stakeholders in the business and ensure procurement are involved in all externally procured materials, goods and services and that appropriately tailored contracts are in place to mitigate the business from risk. Minimise "maverick" spend Reporting line to Head of Other Indirect and Travel; Direct reports: 14 Buyers are planned Key performance areas Build good, strong relationships and networks across the businesses to promote collaborative working and engagement with stakeholders. Review all current tenders and contracts and ensure the business is adequately covered for work to be carried out. Ensure team are trained, have development plans and are able to carry out their roles effectively. Annual reviews with staff will be conducted along with the skill matrix annual update according to Procurement and HR guidelines. Responsible for the integrity of the conduct of the procurement process in accordance with RWE Procurement and RWE Generation policies and processes and RWE AG Code of Conduct. Ensure you and your teams are familiar and comply with the Procurement Directives and the Code of Conduct. To be a senior negotiator supporting more junior members of the team with your expertise as required Your Profile Relevant procurement or supply chain qualification. Additional post-graduate or professional qualification(s) will be an advantage, especially relevant degree and formal management qualification A minimum of five years' experience of high value strategic sourcing involving complex services and processes. Ability to work on an international level with other internal colleagues and external suppliers across the globe Proven capability and skills in complex negotiations and deal closing Ability to influence and manage across multi-disciplinary teams Experience on working at a professional/expert level within a large company structure and dealing successfully with major vendors (such as Global OEM's) and delivering strategic approaches with such organisations Be fully committed and flexible to meet the business requirements Apply now with just a few clicks: ad code 78922 Any questions? Please contact Dennis Mielke We look forward to receiving your application! We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications, irrespective of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion and beliefs, age or sexual orientation and identity. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Xing, too. RWE represents change, innovation and sustainability. As one of the world's leading generators of electricity from renewable energy sources, we aim to be carbon-neutral by 2040 and to enable a sustainable life for people around the world. To achieve this, we are looking for dynamic and motivated people to join us in creating a sustainable and secure energy future. RWE Renewables GmbH, based in Essen, Germany, is RWE's youngest subsidiary and one of the world's leading companies in the field of renewable energies. With an international team of around 3,500 employees, we are drivers of the energy transition - and provide electricity for a sustainable life. Our total capacity of more than 9 gigawatts results from onshore and offshore wind parks, photovoltaic plants and battery storage. We focus on growth: on the American continent, on the European core markets and on new markets in the Asia-Pacific region.
Dec 20, 2022
Full time
Location(s): Essen, NW, DE, 45141 Coventry, COV, GB, CV4 8PB Hamburg, HH, DE, 20354 Utrecht, UT, NL, 3521 AZ Swindon, Wiltshire, GB, SN5 6PB RWE Renewables GmbH To start as soon as possible, Full time, Permanent Your future plans Lead and manage your international team of Buyers to ensure procurement needs are fully met and deliver best value across the RWE business. Develop team to utilise procurement tools available to our best advantage Ensure short and long term value through formulation and implementation of category sourcing strategies to achieve the business objectives and/or the lowest Total Cost of Ownership and support Category Managers in developing strategic category plans if needed Maintain supply chain security by having a market awareness and planning for different circumstances Lead or support key supplier relationships ensuring that suppliers are meeting the demands of our contracts and that market and supplier intelligence is captured to feed into future procurement and category management strategies Engage with key stakeholders in the business and ensure procurement are involved in all externally procured materials, goods and services and that appropriately tailored contracts are in place to mitigate the business from risk. Minimise "maverick" spend Reporting line to Head of Other Indirect and Travel; Direct reports: 14 Buyers are planned Key performance areas Build good, strong relationships and networks across the businesses to promote collaborative working and engagement with stakeholders. Review all current tenders and contracts and ensure the business is adequately covered for work to be carried out. Ensure team are trained, have development plans and are able to carry out their roles effectively. Annual reviews with staff will be conducted along with the skill matrix annual update according to Procurement and HR guidelines. Responsible for the integrity of the conduct of the procurement process in accordance with RWE Procurement and RWE Generation policies and processes and RWE AG Code of Conduct. Ensure you and your teams are familiar and comply with the Procurement Directives and the Code of Conduct. To be a senior negotiator supporting more junior members of the team with your expertise as required Your Profile Relevant procurement or supply chain qualification. Additional post-graduate or professional qualification(s) will be an advantage, especially relevant degree and formal management qualification A minimum of five years' experience of high value strategic sourcing involving complex services and processes. Ability to work on an international level with other internal colleagues and external suppliers across the globe Proven capability and skills in complex negotiations and deal closing Ability to influence and manage across multi-disciplinary teams Experience on working at a professional/expert level within a large company structure and dealing successfully with major vendors (such as Global OEM's) and delivering strategic approaches with such organisations Be fully committed and flexible to meet the business requirements Apply now with just a few clicks: ad code 78922 Any questions? Please contact Dennis Mielke We look forward to receiving your application! We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications, irrespective of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion and beliefs, age or sexual orientation and identity. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Xing, too. RWE represents change, innovation and sustainability. As one of the world's leading generators of electricity from renewable energy sources, we aim to be carbon-neutral by 2040 and to enable a sustainable life for people around the world. To achieve this, we are looking for dynamic and motivated people to join us in creating a sustainable and secure energy future. RWE Renewables GmbH, based in Essen, Germany, is RWE's youngest subsidiary and one of the world's leading companies in the field of renewable energies. With an international team of around 3,500 employees, we are drivers of the energy transition - and provide electricity for a sustainable life. Our total capacity of more than 9 gigawatts results from onshore and offshore wind parks, photovoltaic plants and battery storage. We focus on growth: on the American continent, on the European core markets and on new markets in the Asia-Pacific region.
Location(s): Essen, NW, DE, 45141 Coventry, COV, GB, CV4 8PB Hamburg, HH, DE, 20354 Utrecht, UT, NL, 3521 AZ Swindon, Wiltshire, GB, SN5 6PB RWE Renewables GmbH To start as soon as possible, Full time, Permanent Your future plans Lead and manage your international team of Buyers to ensure procurement needs are fully met and deliver best value across the RWE business. Develop team to utilise procurement tools available to our best advantage Ensure short and long term value through formulation and implementation of category sourcing strategies to achieve the business objectives and/or the lowest Total Cost of Ownership and support Category Managers in developing strategic category plans if needed Maintain supply chain security by having a market awareness and planning for different circumstances Lead or support key supplier relationships ensuring that suppliers are meeting the demands of our contracts and that market and supplier intelligence is captured to feed into future procurement and category management strategies Engage with key stakeholders in the business and ensure procurement are involved in all externally procured materials, goods and services and that appropriately tailored contracts are in place to mitigate the business from risk. Minimise "maverick" spend Reporting line to Head of Other Indirect and Travel; Direct reports: 14 Buyers are planned Key performance areas Build good, strong relationships and networks across the businesses to promote collaborative working and engagement with stakeholders. Review all current tenders and contracts and ensure the business is adequately covered for work to be carried out. Ensure team are trained, have development plans and are able to carry out their roles effectively. Annual reviews with staff will be conducted along with the skill matrix annual update according to Procurement and HR guidelines. Responsible for the integrity of the conduct of the procurement process in accordance with RWE Procurement and RWE Generation policies and processes and RWE AG Code of Conduct. Ensure you and your teams are familiar and comply with the Procurement Directives and the Code of Conduct. To be a senior negotiator supporting more junior members of the team with your expertise as required Your Profile Relevant procurement or supply chain qualification. Additional post-graduate or professional qualification(s) will be an advantage, especially relevant degree and formal management qualification A minimum of five years' experience of high value strategic sourcing involving complex services and processes. Ability to work on an international level with other internal colleagues and external suppliers across the globe Proven capability and skills in complex negotiations and deal closing Ability to influence and manage across multi-disciplinary teams Experience on working at a professional/expert level within a large company structure and dealing successfully with major vendors (such as Global OEM's) and delivering strategic approaches with such organisations Be fully committed and flexible to meet the business requirements Apply now with just a few clicks: ad code 78922 Any questions? Please contact Dennis Mielke We look forward to receiving your application! We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications, irrespective of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion and beliefs, age or sexual orientation and identity. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Xing, too. RWE represents change, innovation and sustainability. As one of the world's leading generators of electricity from renewable energy sources, we aim to be carbon-neutral by 2040 and to enable a sustainable life for people around the world. To achieve this, we are looking for dynamic and motivated people to join us in creating a sustainable and secure energy future. RWE Renewables GmbH, based in Essen, Germany, is RWE's youngest subsidiary and one of the world's leading companies in the field of renewable energies. With an international team of around 3,500 employees, we are drivers of the energy transition - and provide electricity for a sustainable life. Our total capacity of more than 9 gigawatts results from onshore and offshore wind parks, photovoltaic plants and battery storage. We focus on growth: on the American continent, on the European core markets and on new markets in the Asia-Pacific region.
Dec 20, 2022
Full time
Location(s): Essen, NW, DE, 45141 Coventry, COV, GB, CV4 8PB Hamburg, HH, DE, 20354 Utrecht, UT, NL, 3521 AZ Swindon, Wiltshire, GB, SN5 6PB RWE Renewables GmbH To start as soon as possible, Full time, Permanent Your future plans Lead and manage your international team of Buyers to ensure procurement needs are fully met and deliver best value across the RWE business. Develop team to utilise procurement tools available to our best advantage Ensure short and long term value through formulation and implementation of category sourcing strategies to achieve the business objectives and/or the lowest Total Cost of Ownership and support Category Managers in developing strategic category plans if needed Maintain supply chain security by having a market awareness and planning for different circumstances Lead or support key supplier relationships ensuring that suppliers are meeting the demands of our contracts and that market and supplier intelligence is captured to feed into future procurement and category management strategies Engage with key stakeholders in the business and ensure procurement are involved in all externally procured materials, goods and services and that appropriately tailored contracts are in place to mitigate the business from risk. Minimise "maverick" spend Reporting line to Head of Other Indirect and Travel; Direct reports: 14 Buyers are planned Key performance areas Build good, strong relationships and networks across the businesses to promote collaborative working and engagement with stakeholders. Review all current tenders and contracts and ensure the business is adequately covered for work to be carried out. Ensure team are trained, have development plans and are able to carry out their roles effectively. Annual reviews with staff will be conducted along with the skill matrix annual update according to Procurement and HR guidelines. Responsible for the integrity of the conduct of the procurement process in accordance with RWE Procurement and RWE Generation policies and processes and RWE AG Code of Conduct. Ensure you and your teams are familiar and comply with the Procurement Directives and the Code of Conduct. To be a senior negotiator supporting more junior members of the team with your expertise as required Your Profile Relevant procurement or supply chain qualification. Additional post-graduate or professional qualification(s) will be an advantage, especially relevant degree and formal management qualification A minimum of five years' experience of high value strategic sourcing involving complex services and processes. Ability to work on an international level with other internal colleagues and external suppliers across the globe Proven capability and skills in complex negotiations and deal closing Ability to influence and manage across multi-disciplinary teams Experience on working at a professional/expert level within a large company structure and dealing successfully with major vendors (such as Global OEM's) and delivering strategic approaches with such organisations Be fully committed and flexible to meet the business requirements Apply now with just a few clicks: ad code 78922 Any questions? Please contact Dennis Mielke We look forward to receiving your application! We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications, irrespective of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion and beliefs, age or sexual orientation and identity. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Xing, too. RWE represents change, innovation and sustainability. As one of the world's leading generators of electricity from renewable energy sources, we aim to be carbon-neutral by 2040 and to enable a sustainable life for people around the world. To achieve this, we are looking for dynamic and motivated people to join us in creating a sustainable and secure energy future. RWE Renewables GmbH, based in Essen, Germany, is RWE's youngest subsidiary and one of the world's leading companies in the field of renewable energies. With an international team of around 3,500 employees, we are drivers of the energy transition - and provide electricity for a sustainable life. Our total capacity of more than 9 gigawatts results from onshore and offshore wind parks, photovoltaic plants and battery storage. We focus on growth: on the American continent, on the European core markets and on new markets in the Asia-Pacific region.
Role: Procurement Manager - Facilities & Operations Firm: UK's biggest construction investment firms Location: London / Hybrid working Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 + Package Join one of the biggest UK investment construction companies , who trade geographically across the UK, US and Hong Kong to become a Procurement Manager - Facilities & Operations . They work in sectors such as transportation, power and energy water and social infrastructure with an intention of creating and caring for the vital assets that enable societies and economies to grow. In 2020, the company refreshed their cultural framework to show a reflection of who they want to be, what they value, what they drives the way they work, internally and to partners & customers. A company who truly value their employees . Role responsibilities: You will play a critical role of managing the company's existing corporate real estate spend (£150-200M) per annum Work closely the senior stakeholders to create and deliver a strategic category strategy to run in line with business objectives Work with existing suppliers, managing all performances but work with new suppliers across the EMEA region, conducting a full onboarding process with your team of 5 Manage a team of 5 - from buyers to junior category managers Key experience required: Experienced within a corporate real estate, or facilities background Experience in operations - security, cash banking, risk Ability to lead and navigate a team and sucessful juniors Proven success in strategy roll-out A background ideally with; financial services, professional services, corporate real estate, construction, or relevant Full UK right to work - happy to travel into London 1-2 days a week If you would like to hear more on this role then please send an email to Tabitha - and she will be in touch. Key words: category manager, procurement, real estate procurement, facilities, FM, operations, supply chain, SRM, supplier management, financial services, professional services, construction, operations risk, London, MCIPS, CIPS, sourcing, strategic sourcing
Dec 19, 2022
Full time
Role: Procurement Manager - Facilities & Operations Firm: UK's biggest construction investment firms Location: London / Hybrid working Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 + Package Join one of the biggest UK investment construction companies , who trade geographically across the UK, US and Hong Kong to become a Procurement Manager - Facilities & Operations . They work in sectors such as transportation, power and energy water and social infrastructure with an intention of creating and caring for the vital assets that enable societies and economies to grow. In 2020, the company refreshed their cultural framework to show a reflection of who they want to be, what they value, what they drives the way they work, internally and to partners & customers. A company who truly value their employees . Role responsibilities: You will play a critical role of managing the company's existing corporate real estate spend (£150-200M) per annum Work closely the senior stakeholders to create and deliver a strategic category strategy to run in line with business objectives Work with existing suppliers, managing all performances but work with new suppliers across the EMEA region, conducting a full onboarding process with your team of 5 Manage a team of 5 - from buyers to junior category managers Key experience required: Experienced within a corporate real estate, or facilities background Experience in operations - security, cash banking, risk Ability to lead and navigate a team and sucessful juniors Proven success in strategy roll-out A background ideally with; financial services, professional services, corporate real estate, construction, or relevant Full UK right to work - happy to travel into London 1-2 days a week If you would like to hear more on this role then please send an email to Tabitha - and she will be in touch. Key words: category manager, procurement, real estate procurement, facilities, FM, operations, supply chain, SRM, supplier management, financial services, professional services, construction, operations risk, London, MCIPS, CIPS, sourcing, strategic sourcing
Role: Real Estate & Operations Category Manager Firm: UK leading professional services firm Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 + Package Location: London Contact: Tabitha - This organisation have been running for over 40 years and are now a UK leading professional services firm based out of central London. As their business grows year on year they are looking to continuously add to their highly successful, and valued procurement function. This role is a Real Estate & Operations Category Manager role, reporting directly into the Head of Procurement, and having 5+ direct reports. Role responsibilities: You will play a critical role of managing the company's existing corporate real estate spend (£150-200M) per annum Work closely the senior stakeholders to create and deliver a strategic category strategy to run in line with business objectives Work with existing suppliers, managing all performances but work with new suppliers across the EMEA region, conducting a full onboarding process with your team of 5 Manage a team of 5 - from buyers to junior category managers Key experience required: Experienced within a corporate real estate, or facilities background Experience in operations - security, cash banking, risk Ability to lead and navigate a team and sucessful juniors Proven success in strategy roll-out A background ideally with; financial services, professional services, corporate real estate, construction, or relevant Full UK right to work - happy to travel into London 1-2 days a week If you would like to hear more on this role then please send an email to Tabitha - and she will be in touch. Key words: category manager, procurement, real estate procurement, facilities, FM, operations, supply chain, SRM, supplier management, financial services, professional services, construction, operations risk, London, MCIPS, CIPS, sourcing, strategic sourcing
Dec 19, 2022
Full time
Role: Real Estate & Operations Category Manager Firm: UK leading professional services firm Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 + Package Location: London Contact: Tabitha - This organisation have been running for over 40 years and are now a UK leading professional services firm based out of central London. As their business grows year on year they are looking to continuously add to their highly successful, and valued procurement function. This role is a Real Estate & Operations Category Manager role, reporting directly into the Head of Procurement, and having 5+ direct reports. Role responsibilities: You will play a critical role of managing the company's existing corporate real estate spend (£150-200M) per annum Work closely the senior stakeholders to create and deliver a strategic category strategy to run in line with business objectives Work with existing suppliers, managing all performances but work with new suppliers across the EMEA region, conducting a full onboarding process with your team of 5 Manage a team of 5 - from buyers to junior category managers Key experience required: Experienced within a corporate real estate, or facilities background Experience in operations - security, cash banking, risk Ability to lead and navigate a team and sucessful juniors Proven success in strategy roll-out A background ideally with; financial services, professional services, corporate real estate, construction, or relevant Full UK right to work - happy to travel into London 1-2 days a week If you would like to hear more on this role then please send an email to Tabitha - and she will be in touch. Key words: category manager, procurement, real estate procurement, facilities, FM, operations, supply chain, SRM, supplier management, financial services, professional services, construction, operations risk, London, MCIPS, CIPS, sourcing, strategic sourcing
Role: Procurement Manager - Facilities & Operations Firm: UK's biggest construction investment firms Location: London / Hybrid working Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 + Package Join one of the biggest UK investment construction companies , who trade geographically across the UK, US and Hong Kong to become a Procurement Manager - Facilities & Operations . They work in sectors such as transportation, power and energy water and social infrastructure with an intention of creating and caring for the vital assets that enable societies and economies to grow. In 2020, the company refreshed their cultural framework to show a reflection of who they want to be, what they value, what they drives the way they work, internally and to partners & customers. A company who truly value their employees . Role responsibilities: You will play a critical role of managing the company's existing corporate real estate spend (£150-200M) per annum Work closely the senior stakeholders to create and deliver a strategic category strategy to run in line with business objectives Work with existing suppliers, managing all performances but work with new suppliers across the EMEA region, conducting a full onboarding process with your team of 5 Manage a team of 5 - from buyers to junior category managers Key experience required: Experienced within a corporate real estate, or facilities background Experience in operations - security, cash banking, risk Ability to lead and navigate a team and sucessful juniors Proven success in strategy roll-out A background ideally with; financial services, professional services, corporate real estate, construction, or relevant Full UK right to work - happy to travel into London 1-2 days a week If you would like to hear more on this role then please send an email to Tabitha - and she will be in touch. Key words: category manager, procurement, real estate procurement, facilities, FM, operations, supply chain, SRM, supplier management, financial services, professional services, construction, operations risk, London, MCIPS, CIPS, sourcing, strategic sourcing
Dec 19, 2022
Full time
Role: Procurement Manager - Facilities & Operations Firm: UK's biggest construction investment firms Location: London / Hybrid working Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 + Package Join one of the biggest UK investment construction companies , who trade geographically across the UK, US and Hong Kong to become a Procurement Manager - Facilities & Operations . They work in sectors such as transportation, power and energy water and social infrastructure with an intention of creating and caring for the vital assets that enable societies and economies to grow. In 2020, the company refreshed their cultural framework to show a reflection of who they want to be, what they value, what they drives the way they work, internally and to partners & customers. A company who truly value their employees . Role responsibilities: You will play a critical role of managing the company's existing corporate real estate spend (£150-200M) per annum Work closely the senior stakeholders to create and deliver a strategic category strategy to run in line with business objectives Work with existing suppliers, managing all performances but work with new suppliers across the EMEA region, conducting a full onboarding process with your team of 5 Manage a team of 5 - from buyers to junior category managers Key experience required: Experienced within a corporate real estate, or facilities background Experience in operations - security, cash banking, risk Ability to lead and navigate a team and sucessful juniors Proven success in strategy roll-out A background ideally with; financial services, professional services, corporate real estate, construction, or relevant Full UK right to work - happy to travel into London 1-2 days a week If you would like to hear more on this role then please send an email to Tabitha - and she will be in touch. Key words: category manager, procurement, real estate procurement, facilities, FM, operations, supply chain, SRM, supplier management, financial services, professional services, construction, operations risk, London, MCIPS, CIPS, sourcing, strategic sourcing
Role- Senior Buyer Salary- £38,000 - £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Type- Permanent, Full time Location- Buckinghamshire My client is looking to take on a Senior Buyer for their procurement team in the Buckinghamshire area who will be responsible for managing and monitoring supplier relationships, the procurement of materials and developing cost effective processes. Manufacturing Engineering Purchasing Communication & Negotiation Cost Effective Strategies Supply Chain Buying The Senior Buyer will ideally have the following attributes: Experience with supplier negotiations and agreements including monitoring supplier performance Level 4 CIPS qualified or relative experience within a Manufacturing Procurement environment Ability to prioritise workload Work well under pressure to achieve deadlines Excellent communication skills to be able to work with a variety of people at varying levels Adaptable to work effectively in a fast-paced environment Computer literate with a good level of experience working with MS Excel and Word Experience using ERP & MRP systems Strong analytical skillsThe Senior Buyer role will involve: Sourcing and building long lasting supplier relationships with regular contact and reviewing Ensuring the timely ordering and receipt of parts required for production and notifying relevant people of any delays Helping to develop purchasing processes Negotiation of supplier quotes and securing best possible prices Assist in improving bid accuracy by advising supplier risks, costs, and lead times Monitor and mentor junior members in the purchasing team Adhere to and analyse the given purchasing budgetIf you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV to find out more, along with your availability and your salary expectation
Nov 28, 2022
Full time
Role- Senior Buyer Salary- £38,000 - £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Type- Permanent, Full time Location- Buckinghamshire My client is looking to take on a Senior Buyer for their procurement team in the Buckinghamshire area who will be responsible for managing and monitoring supplier relationships, the procurement of materials and developing cost effective processes. Manufacturing Engineering Purchasing Communication & Negotiation Cost Effective Strategies Supply Chain Buying The Senior Buyer will ideally have the following attributes: Experience with supplier negotiations and agreements including monitoring supplier performance Level 4 CIPS qualified or relative experience within a Manufacturing Procurement environment Ability to prioritise workload Work well under pressure to achieve deadlines Excellent communication skills to be able to work with a variety of people at varying levels Adaptable to work effectively in a fast-paced environment Computer literate with a good level of experience working with MS Excel and Word Experience using ERP & MRP systems Strong analytical skillsThe Senior Buyer role will involve: Sourcing and building long lasting supplier relationships with regular contact and reviewing Ensuring the timely ordering and receipt of parts required for production and notifying relevant people of any delays Helping to develop purchasing processes Negotiation of supplier quotes and securing best possible prices Assist in improving bid accuracy by advising supplier risks, costs, and lead times Monitor and mentor junior members in the purchasing team Adhere to and analyse the given purchasing budgetIf you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV to find out more, along with your availability and your salary expectation
As a Packaging Procurement Specialist, you will be responsible for managing existing, and sourcing new, suppliers; building solid and trusted relationships; and ensuring your categories are maintained in the most effective and profitable manner for the business. You will take ownership of the packaging sourcing; therefore, it is essential you have working knowledge and proven experience of packaging and materials: mainly in our key packaging commodities (including glass, lids, recyclable plastic, aluminium and cardboard) and be able to demonstrate this. RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing suppliers to ensure competitive, reliable and sustainable sources of supply, whilst constantly dealing with suppliers in an upfront, honest and mutually beneficial manner. Project management expertise to drive the change of our main primary and secondary packaging range, finding reliable suppliers who can deliver the business needs. Ensure negotiated prices are consistent, competitive and at the best possible terms. Develop strong understanding of material commodities, identifying trends, striving to reduce risk and maximise commercial performance. Manage the procurement process including competitive pricing, supplier selection and negotiation, contract implementation, service level agreements and supplier performance review. Proactively strive for continuous development, suggesting improvements and ways to drive profit growth and sales through collaboration with Supply Chain and NPD. Achieve year on year cost savings consistent with the purchasing budget. Build and deliver a pipeline of projects by engaging with internal cross-functional stakeholders, understanding needs and requirements aligned to functional and business targets. Work closely with NPD and Design to source the new packaging required. Work with Supply Chain to resolve supply issues/pricing queries as required, ensuring continuity of product supply. Work closely with Technical to ensure existing and new suppliers comply with the Group's Technical Standards and Practices. Arrange and co-ordinate samples for new packaging with the suppliers. Collate product detail information. Manage the approval process for components and packaging, working closely with Technical providing feedback to suppliers on initial, pre-production and production samples. Manage the Junior Buyer. Ensure all departmental processes are implemented and adhered to. ABOUT YOU Degree qualified with minimum of 5 years' experience sourcing packaging ideally in a cosmetic brand. High numeracy skills. High efficiency and ability to work in a fast-paced, multitasking environment. Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing projects. Strong relationship builder, respected by Suppliers, peers and Senior Managers alike, able to balance the requirements of different stakeholders. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in Excel, Word and PowerPoint Office applications. Strong organisational skills. ADDITIONAL Full-time role: 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday. Office is conveniently located just 3 minutes' walk from Beddington Lane Tram stop, which is connected to East Croydon and Wimbledon - both 20 minutes away. Approx. 30 min travel time from South West London, 35 mins from South London (Brixton, Stockwell etc.). Position is available immediately. Starting salary is £40,000 per annum. ABOUT US Healthier. Greener. More empowered - that's the Infinite Purpose behind everything we do at Tropic, from funding education with every sale we make to all the plant-powered, sustainably sourced goodness we pack into our multi-award-winning, clinically proven skincare and beauty products. We're here to shake things up in this industry for good. Certified vegan, cruelty-free and CarbonNeutral , we double offset our emissions, because when it comes to sparkling skin and a happier planet, we believe you really can have both! Our founder and CEO, Susie, started out at just 15 years old, whipping up batches of our Body Smooth in her kitchen, pouring them into jam jars to sell on Greenwich Market to help her mum pay the bills. Flash forward a number of years and a whole lotta green science-backed skincare later, and Susie, with the help of an ever-growing team, has built a business that strives to make a positive impact there's just one thing we're missing, you! By joining our team, you'll become part of a dynamic, diverse, and talented troupe, with a big family feel to boot! So, if you're a skincare and planet enthusiast like we all are, believe in doing good beyond beauty and want to shake things up too, come and join our colourful crew - we can't wait to meet you.
Sep 23, 2022
Full time
As a Packaging Procurement Specialist, you will be responsible for managing existing, and sourcing new, suppliers; building solid and trusted relationships; and ensuring your categories are maintained in the most effective and profitable manner for the business. You will take ownership of the packaging sourcing; therefore, it is essential you have working knowledge and proven experience of packaging and materials: mainly in our key packaging commodities (including glass, lids, recyclable plastic, aluminium and cardboard) and be able to demonstrate this. RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing suppliers to ensure competitive, reliable and sustainable sources of supply, whilst constantly dealing with suppliers in an upfront, honest and mutually beneficial manner. Project management expertise to drive the change of our main primary and secondary packaging range, finding reliable suppliers who can deliver the business needs. Ensure negotiated prices are consistent, competitive and at the best possible terms. Develop strong understanding of material commodities, identifying trends, striving to reduce risk and maximise commercial performance. Manage the procurement process including competitive pricing, supplier selection and negotiation, contract implementation, service level agreements and supplier performance review. Proactively strive for continuous development, suggesting improvements and ways to drive profit growth and sales through collaboration with Supply Chain and NPD. Achieve year on year cost savings consistent with the purchasing budget. Build and deliver a pipeline of projects by engaging with internal cross-functional stakeholders, understanding needs and requirements aligned to functional and business targets. Work closely with NPD and Design to source the new packaging required. Work with Supply Chain to resolve supply issues/pricing queries as required, ensuring continuity of product supply. Work closely with Technical to ensure existing and new suppliers comply with the Group's Technical Standards and Practices. Arrange and co-ordinate samples for new packaging with the suppliers. Collate product detail information. Manage the approval process for components and packaging, working closely with Technical providing feedback to suppliers on initial, pre-production and production samples. Manage the Junior Buyer. Ensure all departmental processes are implemented and adhered to. ABOUT YOU Degree qualified with minimum of 5 years' experience sourcing packaging ideally in a cosmetic brand. High numeracy skills. High efficiency and ability to work in a fast-paced, multitasking environment. Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing projects. Strong relationship builder, respected by Suppliers, peers and Senior Managers alike, able to balance the requirements of different stakeholders. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in Excel, Word and PowerPoint Office applications. Strong organisational skills. ADDITIONAL Full-time role: 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday. Office is conveniently located just 3 minutes' walk from Beddington Lane Tram stop, which is connected to East Croydon and Wimbledon - both 20 minutes away. Approx. 30 min travel time from South West London, 35 mins from South London (Brixton, Stockwell etc.). Position is available immediately. Starting salary is £40,000 per annum. ABOUT US Healthier. Greener. More empowered - that's the Infinite Purpose behind everything we do at Tropic, from funding education with every sale we make to all the plant-powered, sustainably sourced goodness we pack into our multi-award-winning, clinically proven skincare and beauty products. We're here to shake things up in this industry for good. Certified vegan, cruelty-free and CarbonNeutral , we double offset our emissions, because when it comes to sparkling skin and a happier planet, we believe you really can have both! Our founder and CEO, Susie, started out at just 15 years old, whipping up batches of our Body Smooth in her kitchen, pouring them into jam jars to sell on Greenwich Market to help her mum pay the bills. Flash forward a number of years and a whole lotta green science-backed skincare later, and Susie, with the help of an ever-growing team, has built a business that strives to make a positive impact there's just one thing we're missing, you! By joining our team, you'll become part of a dynamic, diverse, and talented troupe, with a big family feel to boot! So, if you're a skincare and planet enthusiast like we all are, believe in doing good beyond beauty and want to shake things up too, come and join our colourful crew - we can't wait to meet you.
Sought after opportunity for a Mandarin speaking Purchasing Manager/ Food Buyer in the heart of Tottenham, London!My client is well established supermarket with a multi site presence who have been in the business for over 50 years. They are now looking for a Mandarin speaking Purchasing Manager to lead the purchasing department of this very busy supermarket chain by buying a diverse and comprehensive range of products to service both retail and wholesale customers.Duties and Responsibilities Deliver a balanced, wide variety and profitable product range for each location, which reflect the current market trends and local customer demand Negotiate competitive prices from suppliers as well as securing promotional deals Monitor and ensure store product queries are processed immediately by the Purchasing department Source and maintain new and existing suppliers and product lines and propose to Directors Manage a profitable exit plan for discontinued items and seasonal items Work with Marketing team to develop a planogram and merchandising plan which is tailored to each store requirements Analyse and use business information to support the procurement of product with forecasts, actual sales and desired trends Maintain departmental performance against Key performance indicator targets for the Purchasing department Hold regular performance reviews and annual appraisals for your team members to identify progression opportunities and ensure a succession plan is in place for more senior roles.Skills & Experience Mandarin, or Korean speaking essential Experience in FMCG and buying environment in the food industry is essential Mentoring, supporting and coaching junior and new team members Strong communication and negotiation skills Ability to build strong relationships with staff and external suppliers Excellent analytical skills, numeracy and good attention to detail Highly organised and self-motivatedIf this exciting role is for you, please apply via the link or contact Akshi Kular on for more information.Mandeville is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Sep 15, 2022
Full time
Sought after opportunity for a Mandarin speaking Purchasing Manager/ Food Buyer in the heart of Tottenham, London!My client is well established supermarket with a multi site presence who have been in the business for over 50 years. They are now looking for a Mandarin speaking Purchasing Manager to lead the purchasing department of this very busy supermarket chain by buying a diverse and comprehensive range of products to service both retail and wholesale customers.Duties and Responsibilities Deliver a balanced, wide variety and profitable product range for each location, which reflect the current market trends and local customer demand Negotiate competitive prices from suppliers as well as securing promotional deals Monitor and ensure store product queries are processed immediately by the Purchasing department Source and maintain new and existing suppliers and product lines and propose to Directors Manage a profitable exit plan for discontinued items and seasonal items Work with Marketing team to develop a planogram and merchandising plan which is tailored to each store requirements Analyse and use business information to support the procurement of product with forecasts, actual sales and desired trends Maintain departmental performance against Key performance indicator targets for the Purchasing department Hold regular performance reviews and annual appraisals for your team members to identify progression opportunities and ensure a succession plan is in place for more senior roles.Skills & Experience Mandarin, or Korean speaking essential Experience in FMCG and buying environment in the food industry is essential Mentoring, supporting and coaching junior and new team members Strong communication and negotiation skills Ability to build strong relationships with staff and external suppliers Excellent analytical skills, numeracy and good attention to detail Highly organised and self-motivatedIf this exciting role is for you, please apply via the link or contact Akshi Kular on for more information.Mandeville is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Junior Buyer paying up to £30,000 p/a d.o.e Your new company You will work as a Junior Buyer working for a leading hospitality business servicing hundreds of locations across the UK and France. Your new role You will be working as a Junior Buyer reporting into the Food and Beverage Manager. You will be a vital point of contact for internal and external teams in reference to Food and Beverage supply and distribution. You will be responsible for concluding contracts with food suppliers, including negotiations and administrative tasks related to this. Within your role you will coordinate, plan, and draw up various tenders for the business. Frequent analysis and understanding of supplier performance will be vital to allow you to effectively provide the best customer service to a global customer base. You will also frequently write up and analyse purchase and spend reports for senior stakeholders within the business. What you'll need to succeed You must have some experience working with a foodservices/hospitality business to allow you to fully understand the challenges of the business. You should be a pro-active self-starter with the ability to prioritise workload and manage a high workload. You must have strong working knowledge of the Microsoft office package, specifically excel which will be used for reports and analysis. Clear and concise communication is vital to allow you to effectively manage business and supplier expectations within your day-to-day work. What you'll get in return You'll get to work for a fast-growing hospitality business with the opportunity to vastly develop yourself as a procurement professional. Alongside a competitive base salary of up to £30,000 + benefits. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Aug 03, 2022
Full time
Junior Buyer paying up to £30,000 p/a d.o.e Your new company You will work as a Junior Buyer working for a leading hospitality business servicing hundreds of locations across the UK and France. Your new role You will be working as a Junior Buyer reporting into the Food and Beverage Manager. You will be a vital point of contact for internal and external teams in reference to Food and Beverage supply and distribution. You will be responsible for concluding contracts with food suppliers, including negotiations and administrative tasks related to this. Within your role you will coordinate, plan, and draw up various tenders for the business. Frequent analysis and understanding of supplier performance will be vital to allow you to effectively provide the best customer service to a global customer base. You will also frequently write up and analyse purchase and spend reports for senior stakeholders within the business. What you'll need to succeed You must have some experience working with a foodservices/hospitality business to allow you to fully understand the challenges of the business. You should be a pro-active self-starter with the ability to prioritise workload and manage a high workload. You must have strong working knowledge of the Microsoft office package, specifically excel which will be used for reports and analysis. Clear and concise communication is vital to allow you to effectively manage business and supplier expectations within your day-to-day work. What you'll get in return You'll get to work for a fast-growing hospitality business with the opportunity to vastly develop yourself as a procurement professional. Alongside a competitive base salary of up to £30,000 + benefits. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Fantastic opportunity to join the in-house design team of this successful and fast-growing restaurant brand, working on iconic and highly creative projects from concept to completion, creating the coolest spaces in the world! With new openings scheduled in 7 countries in the next 3 years, this is an exciting time to join and be involved in the growth and success of the company, as well as having scope for personal development and growth. EXPERIENCE 1-5+ years of experience in either hospitality, residential design or a relevant sector, working on high spec, creative and unique projects. RESPONSIBILITIES Working across all live and future projects throughout the EU and beyond, collaborating with the Lead Senior ID designers and FFE Associate to : Collaborate in the presentation of a strong, unique design concept through moodboards and kick-ass FF&E suggestions. Source, suggest and research the BEST suppliers and content for the job. Have a thirst to meet new people, find the gems. Have a knowledge and passion for design, art and materials across different eras, regions and fashions. Create highly detailed, accurate FF&E Schedules showcasing FF&E (furniture, curtains, lighting, artwork and accessories) Manage (or assist) in the coordination of all FF&E procurement, adhering to budget, timelines and technical specs. Manage (or assist) in the coordination of all FF&E deliveries and install. A knowledge of shipping logistics a bonus. Attend oversea site visits and meet suppliers. Manage (or assist) with global project installations, dressing and styling. SKILLS \/ ABILITIES \/ REQUIREMENTS - Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and InDesign) - Highly proficient in Excel - Freehand sketching or knowledge of Sketchup (desirable) - A basic level of AutoCAD (desirable) - Exceptional eye for colour, texture, finish and fittings that complete an Instagram-worthy interior space. - Highly organised with excellent attention to detail. - Work well under pressure and to deadlines. - Work well individually as well as part of a team. - Pragmatic with good problem-solving skills. - Excellent communication and negotiation skills. - Good initiative as well as an ability to follow instructions. This is a very busy, hands-on role which will suit somebody who is genuinely hard working and creative. You will be working as part of a friendly and collaborative team, where your input and ideas will be expected and welcomed. The company has a unique ethos and style which will require you to be confident and bold in your work, with conviction in your ideas. Start date: ASAP Location: Soho, London + on site - travelling to restaurants required *please send CV and portfolio to co.uk giving salary requirements*
Dec 08, 2021
Full time
Fantastic opportunity to join the in-house design team of this successful and fast-growing restaurant brand, working on iconic and highly creative projects from concept to completion, creating the coolest spaces in the world! With new openings scheduled in 7 countries in the next 3 years, this is an exciting time to join and be involved in the growth and success of the company, as well as having scope for personal development and growth. EXPERIENCE 1-5+ years of experience in either hospitality, residential design or a relevant sector, working on high spec, creative and unique projects. RESPONSIBILITIES Working across all live and future projects throughout the EU and beyond, collaborating with the Lead Senior ID designers and FFE Associate to : Collaborate in the presentation of a strong, unique design concept through moodboards and kick-ass FF&E suggestions. Source, suggest and research the BEST suppliers and content for the job. Have a thirst to meet new people, find the gems. Have a knowledge and passion for design, art and materials across different eras, regions and fashions. Create highly detailed, accurate FF&E Schedules showcasing FF&E (furniture, curtains, lighting, artwork and accessories) Manage (or assist) in the coordination of all FF&E procurement, adhering to budget, timelines and technical specs. Manage (or assist) in the coordination of all FF&E deliveries and install. A knowledge of shipping logistics a bonus. Attend oversea site visits and meet suppliers. Manage (or assist) with global project installations, dressing and styling. SKILLS \/ ABILITIES \/ REQUIREMENTS - Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and InDesign) - Highly proficient in Excel - Freehand sketching or knowledge of Sketchup (desirable) - A basic level of AutoCAD (desirable) - Exceptional eye for colour, texture, finish and fittings that complete an Instagram-worthy interior space. - Highly organised with excellent attention to detail. - Work well under pressure and to deadlines. - Work well individually as well as part of a team. - Pragmatic with good problem-solving skills. - Excellent communication and negotiation skills. - Good initiative as well as an ability to follow instructions. This is a very busy, hands-on role which will suit somebody who is genuinely hard working and creative. You will be working as part of a friendly and collaborative team, where your input and ideas will be expected and welcomed. The company has a unique ethos and style which will require you to be confident and bold in your work, with conviction in your ideas. Start date: ASAP Location: Soho, London + on site - travelling to restaurants required *please send CV and portfolio to co.uk giving salary requirements*
I have a superb opportunity for a Junior Buyer to work with a large brewery based in Manchester. You will be responsible for the buying of all Food and Hotel/Restaurant related goods and services for our Managed House estate Responsibilities: Take on specific projects in sourcing and commercial negotiation to ensure that the company gets the best value for money in the goods and services it buys. Support the Purchasing Manager by researching specific supply markets to understand their impact on purchasing strategies. Support the Managed House team with new acquisitions and refurbishments Maintain a record of all contracts and assist in compiling a sourcing plan Monitor the cost savings performance of the Purchasing Department Maintain good communication with all internal departments and external stakeholders Manage and maintain purchasing data in systems i.e. food ordering system and recipe management system. Negotiating with suppliers of indirect products and services Assisting in the sourcing of products to meet customer demands Maintaining an efficient and professional purchasing team Ensuring all purchase orders are placed promptly with the most cost-effective supplier Identify and capitalise on opportunities to increase company profits through more efficient buying. Requirements: At least 12 months procurement experience (Graduate Business Experience will be considered). Bright with strong interpersonal, analytic, Influencing and negotiating skills. Ability to multitask and to have a "can do" attitude. Ability to work alone but to also be part of a larger team. IT literate - intermediate Excel skills. Experience with indirect services or facilities management CIPS qualification would be advantageous or studying towards Support will be given to help you work towards achieving the MCIPS qualification. Salary: £30,000-£35,000 Mon-Fri - 9-5pm, No weekends. Plus extensive benefits. If you are interested please apply below with an up to date CV.
Dec 07, 2021
Full time
I have a superb opportunity for a Junior Buyer to work with a large brewery based in Manchester. You will be responsible for the buying of all Food and Hotel/Restaurant related goods and services for our Managed House estate Responsibilities: Take on specific projects in sourcing and commercial negotiation to ensure that the company gets the best value for money in the goods and services it buys. Support the Purchasing Manager by researching specific supply markets to understand their impact on purchasing strategies. Support the Managed House team with new acquisitions and refurbishments Maintain a record of all contracts and assist in compiling a sourcing plan Monitor the cost savings performance of the Purchasing Department Maintain good communication with all internal departments and external stakeholders Manage and maintain purchasing data in systems i.e. food ordering system and recipe management system. Negotiating with suppliers of indirect products and services Assisting in the sourcing of products to meet customer demands Maintaining an efficient and professional purchasing team Ensuring all purchase orders are placed promptly with the most cost-effective supplier Identify and capitalise on opportunities to increase company profits through more efficient buying. Requirements: At least 12 months procurement experience (Graduate Business Experience will be considered). Bright with strong interpersonal, analytic, Influencing and negotiating skills. Ability to multitask and to have a "can do" attitude. Ability to work alone but to also be part of a larger team. IT literate - intermediate Excel skills. Experience with indirect services or facilities management CIPS qualification would be advantageous or studying towards Support will be given to help you work towards achieving the MCIPS qualification. Salary: £30,000-£35,000 Mon-Fri - 9-5pm, No weekends. Plus extensive benefits. If you are interested please apply below with an up to date CV.
We are currently recruiting a Buyer - FM, for an established specialist FM business supporting Catering Industry clients & based in offices near Chipping Ongar, Essex. The role will include the proactive management of hard & soft FM contractors - controlling service levels & inflation. The Salary is circa £28k PA depending on experience for the right candidate to support the Head of Procurement in the growth of this anchor department, supporting multiple clients within the hospitality industry (from fine dining restaurants, though Event Caterers to a growing QSR brand) with 30 sites across London, Midlands & the South-East. You will be accountable for: · Ownership & negotiation of a portfolio of categories, including: Catering Equipment, Hard/Soft FM · Support Head of Procurement in the preparation of tenders · Set-up of new suppliers in line with requirements of the business · Provide analysis of spend data & contractor service levels · Build & maintain spreadsheets & the P2P database. · Train & guide purchasers in the use of our P2P platform, EPSYS. Provide advice on T&C's & contracts. · The management of key relationships both internally & externally to ensure client & supplier requirements are met. · Regularly review process with the view of proposing efficiencies & improvements to the benefit of our client base. What you will need to do this role: Essential: · 2+ years' Junior/Assistant Buyer experience in a Hard &/or Soft FM environment. · Strong communication skills, both written & verbal · Strong commercial acumen and savvy; comfortable with number & analytics · Confident & articulate, able to build positive relationships at all levels · Strong administration & organization skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines, juggling many tasks simultaneously in a busy environment. · Good attention to detail & focus on quality of work produced. · Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, P2P platforms · Positive Approach - A glass half full person, with the right balance of common sense, empathy, & business acumen. · Ability to constantly look at how the team can improve the way we do things & create a better service to our clients · Self-motivated - Taking ownership for driving your own performance Desirable: · Some understanding of the Catering Sector through career experience · Knowledge of P2P platforms, ideally Foodbuy EPSYS. · Working towards CIPS or IWFM associate level This is primarily an office based role at our offices based in Norton Heath, Ingatestone. If this role sounds of interest and you would like to obtain more information, please apply below, including a covering letter
Dec 07, 2021
Full time
We are currently recruiting a Buyer - FM, for an established specialist FM business supporting Catering Industry clients & based in offices near Chipping Ongar, Essex. The role will include the proactive management of hard & soft FM contractors - controlling service levels & inflation. The Salary is circa £28k PA depending on experience for the right candidate to support the Head of Procurement in the growth of this anchor department, supporting multiple clients within the hospitality industry (from fine dining restaurants, though Event Caterers to a growing QSR brand) with 30 sites across London, Midlands & the South-East. You will be accountable for: · Ownership & negotiation of a portfolio of categories, including: Catering Equipment, Hard/Soft FM · Support Head of Procurement in the preparation of tenders · Set-up of new suppliers in line with requirements of the business · Provide analysis of spend data & contractor service levels · Build & maintain spreadsheets & the P2P database. · Train & guide purchasers in the use of our P2P platform, EPSYS. Provide advice on T&C's & contracts. · The management of key relationships both internally & externally to ensure client & supplier requirements are met. · Regularly review process with the view of proposing efficiencies & improvements to the benefit of our client base. What you will need to do this role: Essential: · 2+ years' Junior/Assistant Buyer experience in a Hard &/or Soft FM environment. · Strong communication skills, both written & verbal · Strong commercial acumen and savvy; comfortable with number & analytics · Confident & articulate, able to build positive relationships at all levels · Strong administration & organization skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines, juggling many tasks simultaneously in a busy environment. · Good attention to detail & focus on quality of work produced. · Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, P2P platforms · Positive Approach - A glass half full person, with the right balance of common sense, empathy, & business acumen. · Ability to constantly look at how the team can improve the way we do things & create a better service to our clients · Self-motivated - Taking ownership for driving your own performance Desirable: · Some understanding of the Catering Sector through career experience · Knowledge of P2P platforms, ideally Foodbuy EPSYS. · Working towards CIPS or IWFM associate level This is primarily an office based role at our offices based in Norton Heath, Ingatestone. If this role sounds of interest and you would like to obtain more information, please apply below, including a covering letter
Buyer Manchester £Competitive + Excellent Benefits Role Profile Part of the FTSE100 listed Bunzl PLC, Bunzl Healthcare is one of the UK's largest distributors of leading branded and own-brand medical consumables to all areas of the healthcare market. They offer a range of traditional and bespoke supply chain solutions to meet their customers' requirements in today's rapidly changing healthcare environment. The business is looking to add to their forever evolving Buying team. The incumbent to this role will be responsible for reviewing product and product sub-categories within the medical device portfolio, conferring with suppliers and other key stakeholders to ensure the right product at the right price. Key Responsibilities To manage a discrete number of medical consumables categories and associated key suppliers to deliver customer and supplier needs To manage the operational aspects of the chosen categories such as the New Product Introduction process, price file accuracy, new business quotations and ship thru / rebate agreements / margin impact To support sales and margin improvement through supplier negotiations and collaborative working To manage the risk profile of your categories through effective use of contracting Work closely with the Sales representatives to support the delivery of agreed customer and supplier action plans Develop an understanding of your designated categories to help drive improved category performance Develop and maintain effective relationships with all your lead designated suppliers Hold regular business review meetings with your key suppliers and deliver targeted action plans to improve category Work closely with Sales, suppliers to identify improved sales and margin growth opportunities Manage category margins and sell thru prices through effective negotiations Skills & Experience Would suit a Junior Buyer/Buying Assistant looking to progress within their career 1-2 years Buying/Junior Buyer/Buying Assistant experience Experience of working within an FMCG environment preferably within the healthcare industry Ability to negotiate complex contracts Remuneration £Competitive + Excellent Benefits About Cast UK Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK and a complete list of all of our current vacancies, please visit .
Dec 04, 2021
Full time
Buyer Manchester £Competitive + Excellent Benefits Role Profile Part of the FTSE100 listed Bunzl PLC, Bunzl Healthcare is one of the UK's largest distributors of leading branded and own-brand medical consumables to all areas of the healthcare market. They offer a range of traditional and bespoke supply chain solutions to meet their customers' requirements in today's rapidly changing healthcare environment. The business is looking to add to their forever evolving Buying team. The incumbent to this role will be responsible for reviewing product and product sub-categories within the medical device portfolio, conferring with suppliers and other key stakeholders to ensure the right product at the right price. Key Responsibilities To manage a discrete number of medical consumables categories and associated key suppliers to deliver customer and supplier needs To manage the operational aspects of the chosen categories such as the New Product Introduction process, price file accuracy, new business quotations and ship thru / rebate agreements / margin impact To support sales and margin improvement through supplier negotiations and collaborative working To manage the risk profile of your categories through effective use of contracting Work closely with the Sales representatives to support the delivery of agreed customer and supplier action plans Develop an understanding of your designated categories to help drive improved category performance Develop and maintain effective relationships with all your lead designated suppliers Hold regular business review meetings with your key suppliers and deliver targeted action plans to improve category Work closely with Sales, suppliers to identify improved sales and margin growth opportunities Manage category margins and sell thru prices through effective negotiations Skills & Experience Would suit a Junior Buyer/Buying Assistant looking to progress within their career 1-2 years Buying/Junior Buyer/Buying Assistant experience Experience of working within an FMCG environment preferably within the healthcare industry Ability to negotiate complex contracts Remuneration £Competitive + Excellent Benefits About Cast UK Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK and a complete list of all of our current vacancies, please visit .
What your job is all about: As part of the Procurement Team, you will be responsible for maintaining and building relationships with existing suppliers. Ensuring Direct and Indirect goods are ordered in a timely manner and recorded following the correct processes. Who you are: You ...
Dec 01, 2021
Full time
What your job is all about: As part of the Procurement Team, you will be responsible for maintaining and building relationships with existing suppliers. Ensuring Direct and Indirect goods are ordered in a timely manner and recorded following the correct processes. Who you are: You ...
