Global Sourcing & Procurement Lead

Kardow; Salford; Sur place; GBP 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Sodexo retirement plan

Gym discounts

Discounts to 1,900+ brands

Résumé du poste

Sodexo seeks a Global Sourcing & Procurement Lead to join the Mars account, offering ownership and visibility across multiple countries. You will shape how procurement works on the account, challenging current processes and introducing new ways of working while collaborating with Sodexo and client stakeholders.

The role provides a high‑impact career with autonomy to drive value, sustainability and supplier partnerships, using data and AI tools to inform decisions and deliver measurable

Qualifications

• Experience leading procurement strategy across global portfolios.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders without direct authority.
• Commercial mindset focused on overall value, not just cost.

Responsabilités

• Lead procurement strategy across a global, multi-country portfolio.
• Deliver tangible value in cost, service quality, efficiency and risk management.
• Build strong, long-term supplier partnerships.
• Influence senior stakeholders across Sodexo and the client.
• Use data and insight to guide decisions and identify opportunities.
• Drive supplier value programmes including sustainability and diversity.

Connaissances

Procurement leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic sourcing

Data-driven decisions

Global experience

Description du poste

We're looking for a Global Sourcing & Procurement Lead to join our global Mars account - a high-impact role with real ownership and visibility.

You'll lead procurement strategy across multiple countries, working closely with both Sodexo and client stakeholders to deliver value, build strong supplier partnerships, and drive performance.

This is not a traditional procurement role. You'll have the opportunity to shape how procurement works on the account - with the autonomy to challenge, improve, and introduce new ways of working.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

For more information on Sodexo Careers please visit Sodexo Careers

Main Responsibilities

• Leading procurement strategy across a global, multi-country portfolio
• Delivering tangible value (cost, service quality, efficiency, risk management)
• Building strong, long-term supplier partnerships
• Influencing challenging senior stakeholders across Sodexo and the client
• Using data and insight to guide decisions and identify opportunities
• Driving supplier value programmes, including sustainability and diversity

The Ideal Candidate

• Solid experience in procurement within a global or complex environment
• Strong stakeholder skills - confident influencing without direct authority
• Commercial mindset with a focus on overall value, not just cost
• Comfortable working across regions, cultures, and teams
• Curious and open to new approaches, including digital tools, data, and AI

Competitive salary depending on experience

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater.

You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way.

In addition, we offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice.

For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.

About The Company

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we're on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.