Summary: The Procurement Manager role at Tesco focuses on managing Distribution, Fleet, and Logistics procurement, emphasizing strategic development and sourcing initiatives to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency. The position requires strong negotiation skills and experience in leading multi-million pound tenders, while fostering relationships with suppliers and cross-functional partners. The role also involves ensuring compliance with procurement policies and driving innovation within the procurement lifecycle. This position is a 12-month parental leave cover based in Welwyn Garden City, England.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high savings targets through robust sourcing events.
• Develop strong working relationships with customers to support sub-category plans.
• Build and deliver sub-category plans aligned to Category Plans.
• Supervise and report on savings targets for specified sub-categories.
• Build and develop supplier relationships to ensure value across the organization.
• Support compliance with legal, ethical, and safety procurement policies.

Key Skills:

• Experience in running Distribution, Fleet, and logistics categories.
• Procurement management and negotiation skills.
• Capability to lead sophisticated projects and drive innovation.
• Strong influencing and supplier relationship management skills.
• Category planning and strategy implementation skills.
• High level of commercial competence and contract leadership skills.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Welwyn Garden City

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other