Buyer - Procurement

3 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom Sainsbury's Full time

Finance & Business Development - Buyer - Procurement

Why join us

At Sainsbury's, our procurement teams play a vital role in driving efficiency, building strong supplier relationships, and transforming the way we do business. Joining us as a Procurement Buyer means being part of a dynamic and cost-conscious culture, where you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development and execution of commercial sourcing strategies that deliver value for money to Sainsbury's Group. With a focus on optimising our supply chain and supporting our sustainability agenda, you will lead multiple commercial tenders and negotiations, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams. As part of our organisation, you will have the opportunity to make a real impact and be at the forefront of change, while enjoying competitive benefits, career development opportunities, and a work-life balance that allows you to thrive both personally and professionally.

What you'll do

You will be supporting the development and execution of commercial sourcing strategies to optimise the supply chain and deliver value for the business. You will collaborate with the Supply Chain and Logistics functions to source services and products that align with Sainsbury's 'Plan for Better' agenda, focusing on optimising and decarbonising the Group supply chain. In this role, you will lead multiple commercial tenders and negotiations, ensuring that sourcing activities are executed in accordance with Sainsbury's Procurement Policy. Additionally, you will contribute to the development of complex commercial strategies, conduct supplier appraisal and selection, and provide analytical support across category areas.

Who you are

You are an experienced professional in procurement or relevant commercial experience, driven by commercial acumen and a desire to build a successful career in procurement. You possess a strong understanding of procurement principles and techniques, having worked in a commercial environment and managed suppliers and stakeholders. Your excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a cross-functional team allow you to effectively influence others and drive business change. With your experience in managing end-to-end commercial tenders and leading negotiations with suppliers, you are adept at developing and executing sourcing strategies that deliver value for money and support the optimisation and decarbonisation of the Group's supply chain. Your attention to detail, basic legal knowledge, and adherence to procurement policies ensure that all commercial activities are completed in line with Sainsbury's standards.



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