Strategic Supplier Investment Manager

1 month ago


Coventry, Coventry, United Kingdom Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd Full time

We're seeking a highly skilled and experienced Buying Centre of Excellence Manager to join our team at Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd. As a key member of our General Merchandise department, you will play a pivotal role in driving structured supplier investment processes and cost-saving initiatives to achieve margin improvements across GM categories.

The successful candidate will have a strong commercial acumen and experience in negotiating with both branded and own-branded suppliers. You will lead negotiations, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and manage multiple projects to deliver impactful change at pace. Your ability to analyse data, build strong relationships, and prioritise effectively will be key in supporting the trading teams, incorporating corporate objectives, and driving continuous improvement within the organisation.

You will work closely with various functions across General Merchandise, including the trading teams, to develop deep connections and drive cost-saving initiatives. This is an ideal opportunity for ambitious individuals to gain diverse experience in a dynamic and supportive environment.

As a Buying Centre of Excellence Manager, you will have the chance to lead business-critical projects and programmes that drive real value. You will collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation to shape priorities and ensure optimal outcomes. With a focus on strategic planning and stakeholder engagement, this role provides a platform for you to make a meaningful impact and advance your career within a leading retail organisation.

We offer a competitive salary of £65,000 per annum, plus benefits including a pension scheme, life cover, and a performance-related bonus of up to 20% of salary. You will also receive an annual holiday allowance and can buy up to an additional week's holiday. We provide private healthcare and other benefits to support your wellbeing and financial security.

If you are a strategic and collaborative leader with a strong commercial acumen and experience in negotiating with suppliers, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment.



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