Senior Buyer

3 weeks ago

Stevenage Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Sodexo Full time

As a Senior Global Buyer at Sodexo based in a hybrid role with 1-2 days per week in our Stevenage office, you are more than just a procurement professional – you are a strategic thinker and a global connector. In this role, you will be instrumental in shaping our global buying strategies, particularly in the cleaning category, managing a significant budget and building relationships with suppliers across 51 countries. You’ll not only manage key categories such as Cleaning Chemicals and Large Cleaning Equipment but also oversee Small Cleaning Equipment and Supplies. Develop and implement global category strategies to enhance commercial performance and sustainability.
Engage in cross-functional sourcing teams, balancing technical, quality, and commercial aspects.
Lead and manage the procurement activities for Global and European categories.
Establish and maintain professional relationships with a global network of suppliers.
Collaborate closely with Regional Buyers, ensuring alignment and effective strategy deployment.
Mentor and manage the development of the Global Buyer, focusing on both financial and personal growth objectives.

Proven expertise in managing large-scale global procurement categories.
Experience in building and managing strategic global supplier relationships.
Excellent understanding of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) in procurement activities.
Joining Sodexo means being part of a global leader in services that improves the quality of life. It’s a chance to be a key player in a company that values innovation, sustainability, and delivering exceptional services to clients worldwide. This role has arisen from an internal move, reflecting our commitment to personal development and career progression within Sodexo.

Performance-related bonus
~ Company car allowance
~ Contributory pension scheme
~25 days holiday – rising to 28 after 3 years
~ Flexible benefits fund of £1,300 to utilise across an array of benefits

  • Senior Buyer

    3 weeks ago

    Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Sodexo Group Full time

    As a Senior Global Buyer at Sodexo based in a hybrid role with 1-2 days per week in our Stevenage office, you are more than just a procurement professional – you are a strategic thinker and a global connector. In this role, you will be instrumental in shaping our global buying strategies, particularly in the cleaning category, managing a significant...

  • Senior Global Buyer

    3 weeks ago

    Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Sodexo Group Full time

    As a Senior Global Buyer at Sodexo based in a hybrid role with 1-2 days per week in our Stevenage office, you are more than just a procurement professional – you are a strategic thinker and a global connector. In this role, you will be instrumental in shaping our global buying strategies, particularly in the cleaning category, managing a significant...

  • Senior Project Buyer

    4 weeks ago

    Hatfield, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Advance Training & Recruitment Services Full time

    Alstom are looking for curious and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Alstom creates smart innovations to meet the mobility challenges of today and tomorrow. Joining Alstom means joining a truly global community of more than 75,000 people dedicated to solving real-world...

  • Accounts Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Skilled Careers Full time

    Procurement/Buyer/Administration Role The Buyer will be procuring a range of internal and external materials for projects across London and the Home Counties, with project values between £500,000 and £5 million in value. The Buyer will be heading up their role on their own to start with working amongst a small commercial team working mainly from head...

  • Accounts Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Skilled Careers Full time

    Procurement/Buyer/Administration RoleThe Buyer will be procuring a range of internal and external materials for projects across London and the Home Counties, with project values between £500,000 and £5 million in value. The Buyer will be heading up their role on their own to start with working amongst a small commercial team working mainly from head office...

  • Senior strategisch inkoper

    4 weeks ago

    Hatfield, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Advance Training & Recruitment Services Full time

    Alstom are looking for curious and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Joining Alstom means joining a truly global community of more than 75,000 people dedicated to solving real-world mobility challenges and achieving international projects with sustainable local impact. ...

  • Merchandiser/ Planner

    4 weeks ago

    Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Ralph Lauren Corporation Full time

    Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and...

  • Senior Procurement Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Cedar Recruitment Full time

    Cedar Recruitment are happy to be assisting with the recruitment of a Senior Procurement Officer/Buyer to work for a leading management consultancy based in Hertfordshire. For the role you need to be able to get into the office only 1 day per week, with 4 days working remotely. This role will be reporting into the Head of Procurement and the successful...

  • Senior Procurement Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Cedar Recruitment Full time

    Cedar Recruitment are happy to be assisting with the recruitment of a Senior Procurement Officer/Buyer to work for a leading management consultancy based in Hertfordshire. For the role you need to be able to get into the office only 1 day per week, with 4 days working remotely. This role will be reporting into the Head of Procurement and the successful...

  • Procurement Officer

    7 days ago

    Stevenage, United Kingdom Guidant Global Full time

    The UK's trusted Ministry of Defence partner, MBDA, is looking for a skilled Procurement officer - IT to manage spending across several areas such as IT, Construction, Facilities Management, HR, Consultancy and Engineering Services based at the Stevenagesite. **What you'll get to do as a Procurement officer - IT**: - Managing large and complex RFx...

  • Merchandise Planner

    4 weeks ago

    Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Ralph Lauren Corporation Full time

    Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands...

  • Senior Finance Analyst

    2 weeks ago

    Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom TJX Europe Full time

    We currently have an exciting opportunity available for a qualified finance professional to join our Financial Control team at our European Head Office of TJX Europe. The Senior Finance Analyst position is a highly commercial focused role and unique to Financial Control at TJX Europe, supporting and delivering insight to the Buying and Merchandising...