Strategic Category Buyer: Sourcing, Contracts & Savings

Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC); Old Woking; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quick-service restaurant chain is looking for a Sourcing and Contracting Specialist in Old Woking, UK. You’ll manage procurement processes, develop contracts, and engage stakeholders to ensure efficient supply chain performance. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related fields and experience in procurement. Benefits include hybrid working, extensive holiday, bonus scheme, and health support. Join a company committed to exceptional performance and employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Up to 11% company pension contributions

Fri-Yay finishes at 1 pm

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

5 Live Well Days a year

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Enhanced parental leave

Study support

25% off the chicken

Qualifications

• Experience in a procurement, sourcing or buying role.
• Professional certifications (CIPS, CPSM) are desirable but not required.
• Strong drive for results and ambition to grow within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Run procurement processes RFx for sourcing initiatives.
• Support contract development and management activities.
• Contribute to procurement reporting and analysis.
• Facilitate communication between suppliers and internal teams.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve supply-related issues.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

SAP

Oracle

Coupa

Job description

A leading quick-service restaurant chain is looking for a Sourcing and Contracting Specialist in Old Woking, UK. You’ll manage procurement processes, develop contracts, and engage stakeholders to ensure efficient supply chain performance. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related fields and experience in procurement. Benefits include hybrid working, extensive holiday, bonus scheme, and health support. Join a company committed to exceptional performance and employee wellbeing.