Buyer - Indirects

Pilgrim'S Europe; England; In loco; GBP 42.000 - 62.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Pilgrim's Europe is seeking a Buyer – Indirects in Uxbridge to own indirects spend, develop category strategies and drive savings across the procurement function.

This strategic role collaborates with cross-functional teams to optimise total cost of ownership and support a multi-year procurement roadmap. Proven supplier management and negotiation skills are essential for delivering sustained value.

Competenze

• Experience in procurement, sourcing and category management.
• Ability to deliver savings and manage supplier relationships.
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills.
• Experience in cross-functional environments.
• Knowledge of Indirects categories; SAP or eProcurement tools (desirable).

Mansioni

• Own and manage Indirects spend categories end-to-end.
• Develop and execute category strategies and sourcing plans.
• Lead tenders, supplier negotiations and contract management.
• Deliver cost savings, synergies and value-adding initiatives.
• Analyse spend, benchmark suppliers and identify improvements.
• Drive supplier performance, risk management and continuity planning.
• Partner with stakeholders to deliver procurement objectives.
• Support global cross-functional and synergy programmes.

Conoscenze

Procurement

Sourcing

Category management

Supplier relationships

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Cross-functional work

Indirects knowledge

Strumenti

SAP

eProcurement tools

Descrizione del lavoro

Department: Procurement
Location: Uxbridge

We’re looking for a Buyer – Indirects to take ownership of key spend categories, delivering procurement strategy, driving savings, and building a robust, sustainable supply base across Pilgrim’s Europe.

This is a strategic, commercially focused role, working cross‑functionally to deliver value, optimise total cost of ownership, and support a 3‑year procurement roadmap.

What You’ll Do

• Own and manage Indirects spend categories end‑to‑end
• Develop and execute category strategies and sourcing plans
• Lead tenders, supplier negotiations and contract management
• Deliver cost savings, synergies and value‑adding initiatives
• Analyse spend, benchmark suppliers and identify improvement opportunities
• Drive supplier performance, risk management and continuity planning
• Partner with stakeholders across the business to deliver procurement objectives
• Support global cross‑functional and synergy programmes

What You’ll Bring

• Strong experience in procurement, sourcing and category management
• Proven ability to deliver savings and manage supplier relationships
• Strong commercial, analytical and negotiation skills
• Experience working in cross‑functional environments
• Proactive, results‑driven mindset with strong stakeholder skills
• Knowledge of Indirects categories, SAP or eProcurement tools (desirable)