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ABOUT THE ROLE
The Category Buyer/Project Manager is responsible for purchasing goods and services necessary to achieve category and wider business objectives, as well as managing projects within the packaging category team across markets. This role ensures procurement activities are cost‑effective, timely and compliant with internal policies and external regulations, and that projects are delivered on time.
Contract type: 6‑month fixed‑term contract
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Run procurement RFx processes (RFI, RFP, RFQ) for sourcing initiatives.
- Assist in the development and execution of procurement strategies, cost‑saving initiatives and amendments.
- Contribute to procurement reporting and analysis, including spend analysis, cost trends and savings tracking.
- Develop and maintain a KPI scorecard system to track performance for projects and strategies.
- Lead end‑to‑end project delivery across packaging categories.
- Act as a single point of accountability for packaging project delivery.
- Establish and maintain project governance frameworks in line with packaging strategy.
- Manage project interdependencies across markets, workstreams and suppliers.
- Facilitate regular communication between suppliers and internal teams to ensure expectations are clear and delivery milestones are met.
- Support cross‑functional teams in supplier selection, contract negotiation, and performance evaluation.
- Provide guidance and support to stakeholders regarding procurement processes, sourcing options, and policy compliance.
- Monitor supplier performance and resolve supply‑related issues to ensure continuity of supply.
- Support identification and mitigation of category‑specific risks including supply chain disruptions and non‑compliance.
- Track adherence to procurement policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Support contract development and management activities, including renewals.
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE
- Experience in a buyer role with strong project management skills.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Commercial awareness and cost‑conscious mindset.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
- Attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
- Project management and ability to work across many stakeholders.
ABOUT YOU
- A genuine team player.
- A self‑starter with curiosity, energy and adaptability.
- Hungry to learn and thrive in a small, mighty team.
- A practical problem‑solver with strong commercial instincts.
- Obsessed with high standards, momentum and getting things done.
BENEFITS
- Hybrid working from our Woking RSC (just 24 minutes from London); role is remote based but occasional visits to the RSC will be required.
- Up to 11% company pension contributions.
- Friday finishes at 1 pm.
- 25 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays).
- 5 Live Well Days a year.
- Bonus scheme linked to company & personal performance.
- Private healthcare, digital GP access & mental health coaching.
- Enhanced parental leave and flexible return options.
- Study support, income protection, life cover & more.
Compensation: Competitive salary.
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Location: Woking
Job Description:
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Category Buyer/Project Manager is responsible for purchasing goods and services necessary to achieve category and wider business objectives, as well as managing projects within the packaging category team across markets. This role ensures procurement activities are cost‑effective, timely and compliant with internal policies and external regulations, and that projects are delivered on time.
Contract type: 6‑month fixed‑term contract
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Run procurement RFx processes (RFI, RFP, RFQ) for sourcing initiatives.
- Assist in the development and execution of procurement strategies, cost‑saving initiatives and amendments.
- Contribute to procurement reporting and analysis, including spend analysis, cost trends and savings tracking.
- Develop and maintain a KPI scorecard system to track performance for projects and strategies.
- Lead end‑to‑end project delivery across packaging categories.
- Act as a single point of accountability for packaging project delivery.
- Establish and maintain project governance frameworks in line with packaging strategy.
- Manage project interdependencies across markets, workstreams and suppliers.
- Facilitate regular communication between suppliers and internal teams to ensure expectations are clear and delivery milestones are met.
- Support cross‑functional teams in supplier selection, contract negotiation, and performance evaluation.
- Provide guidance and support to stakeholders regarding procurement processes, sourcing options, and policy compliance.
- Monitor supplier performance and resolve supply‑related issues to ensure continuity of supply.
- Support identification and mitigation of category‑specific risks including supply chain disruptions and non‑compliance.
- Track adherence to procurement policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Support contract development and management activities, including renewals.
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE
- Experience in a buyer role with strong project management skills.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Commercial awareness and cost‑conscious mindset.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
- Attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
- Project management and ability to work across many stakeholders.
ABOUT YOU
- A genuine team player.
- A self‑starter with curiosity, energy and adaptability.
- Hungry to learn and thrive in a small, mighty team.
- A practical problem‑solver with strong commercial instincts.
- Obsessed with high standards, momentum and getting things done.
BENEFITS
- Hybrid working from our Woking RSC (just 24 minutes from London); role is remote based but occasional visits to the RSC will be required.
- Up to 11% company pension contributions.
- Friday finishes at 1 pm.
- 25 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays).
- 5 Live Well Days a year.
- Bonus scheme linked to company & personal performance.
- Private healthcare, digital GP access & mental health coaching.
- Enhanced parental leave and flexible return options.
- Study support, income protection, life cover & more.
Compensation: Competitive salary.
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Posted: May 7th, 2026