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An opportunity to join a major FMCG player and directly contribute to a global cost-reduction programme that expects to deliver over €1bn savings for the business. This is a relationships-focused role whereby you will need to contribute to value-creation in the UK business unit, but will also involve significant supplier development and stakeholder management across other core business units. With a focus on Logistics and Supply Chain spend you will bring with you strong category experience as well as a suite of procurement skills that demonstrate your ability to manage the entire source-to-pay process. To be successful in this role you will also possess the ability to work autonomously, be a confident negotiator and 'click' with people from the outset. There's always a possibility that this role can progress into a rewarding, long term career so proving yourself early on will be advantageous. Select responsibilities: * Contribute to value creation within the Indirect procurement area for the UK, focusing on Logistics * Ensure internal stakeholders receive highest level of service and translate their needs into strategic sourcing initiatives * Supplier relationship management improving the cost and quality provided by suppliers * Drive procurement compliance & governance and effective category management to unlock additional value Skills/Experience required: * Category Management experience within Indirect procurement for Logistics and Supply Chain services * Entire Source-to-pay process experience and strong contract management, SRM and negotiation skills * Be able to work autonomously and with resilience, be able to balance priorities accordingly between core business unit activities and other global projects * Experience of working with and influencing multiple stakeholders and teams across different functions and different levels of seniority * Degree Qualified in the area of Business, Finance or Supply Chain * Knowledgeable of ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite Pod Talent are independent specialist recruiters in the Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, Manufacturing and R&D space covering roles internationally from entry to board level. We recruit for roles including Supply Chain, Demand Planning, Inventory Management, Direct and Indirect Procurement, Category Management, Logistics, Distribution, Warehousing, Production, Packaging, NPD and Quality Assurance. Please visit our website for all of our vacancies.

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