Strategic Global Sourcing & Sustainability Buyer

Nomad Foods Inc; Woking; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The role supports the execution of the procurement strategy for the segment by ensuring business requirements are met through procuring ingredients in a sustainable and ethical way, whilst optimising costs, maintaining quality standards and mitigating supply chain risks.

We need a proactive self-starter who can build strong, meaningful relationships with stakeholders across multiple functions and geographies.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business or Food Science is required or preferred.
• CIPS or equivalent procurement qualification is desirable.
• Experience in multinational FMCG or food manufacturing is beneficial.
• Experience in negotiating commercial value and managing supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Delivers end-to-end value by optimising the supplier base and standardising terms.
• Identifies cost-saving opportunities through collaboration with suppliers.
• Uses market intelligence to forecast price trends and support negotiations.
• Owns delivery of productivity and cost-reduction targets for the segment.
• Sustainably sources goods and mitigates supply chain risks with the Sustainability Team.
• Manages supplier relationships across categories and geographies.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Degree in Business or Food Science

CIPS or similar qualification

Job description

The role supports the execution of the procurement strategy for the segment by ensuring business requirements are met through procuring ingredients in a sustainable and ethical way, whilst optimising costs, maintaining quality standards and mitigating supply chain risks.

We need a proactive self-starter who can build strong, meaningful relationships with stakeholders across multiple functions and geographies.