Procurement Data and Process Manager

Vacancy Information We have a fantastic opportunity for a Procurement Data and Process Manager to join us on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract.As part of the Procurement Policy & Process team, you’ll play a key role in shaping how procurement operates across Greggs. You’ll lead on procurement data, systems and processes, ensuring they are efficient, well‑governed and fit for a fast‑moving business.Working closely with Procurement, Finance, Sustainability and IT, you’ll help simplify ways of working, drive automation and ensure high‑quality data supports decision‑making and compliance.We can offer you:Management Bonus Scheme which is worth up to 10% of your salaryPension scheme with matching employer contributions up to 7%Colleague discount, up to 50% off our own-produced productsProfit share – We want everyone to share in the success of the business, so we distribute 10% of our profits to all our colleagues who have at least 6-month service, or more, each year25 days (5 weeks) annual leave, pro-rated, increasing with service (in addition to bank holidays), plus 1 additional floating dayThe opportunity to purchase additional annual leave twice a yearColleague share plans, giving you the opportunity to save and invest in Greggs, with the chance to buy Greggs shares at a discounted ratePrivate Medical Insurance which is free for you and subsided for your dependantsIncome Protection should you become unable to work due to long-term sicknessDeath in service benefit which provides a lump-sum payment equal to 4 times your year’s salaryVirtual GP, Physiotherapy and Lifestyle Consultations – we provide access to a fantastic total wellbeing app for you and your familyEmployee Assistance Programme – we provide all colleagues with access to an EAP helpline providing mental health support as well as financial and legal supportSavings and discounts, including digital gift card discounts, online cashback, in-store and online coupons and lifestyle offersCareer progression and learning and development opportunitiesA company who cares about our communities; the environment and being a better business! Click here to read about Colleague Networks – internal groups where colleagues and their allies can share their own experiences, offer feedback on the way we do things at Greggs, and provide support to one another About the role This is a full-time role, however flexibility in this will be consideredWe know that having a work-life balance is important, so we offer our colleagues as much flexibility as possible in line with the needs of their roleThe base location for this role is Greggs House, Quorum Business Park, Newcastle Upon Tyne What you’ll do Own and continuously improve procurement systems and P2P processes across SAP and associated buying platforms, ensuring compliant and consistent useMonitor adherence to procurement processes, identifying and resolving non‑compliance through robust controls and collaborationPartner with IT to deliver system and process enhancements that improve user and customer experienceOwn procurement data standards and data integrity, resolving issues and embedding continuous improvementDesign and maintain procurement reports, dashboards and trackers to deliver accurate, timely insight for stakeholdersSupport business intelligence and finance reporting by providing procurement data expertise and alignmentDrive automation and digital improvements using Microsoft 365 and modern tools to reduce manual, spreadsheet‑based processesMaintain strong governance, audit trails and controls, supporting Internal Audit and managing regulatory submissions ( EPR and PRN)Provide guidance, training and leadership to procurement colleagues and the wider business, deputising for the Procurement Policy & Process Manager when required About you You will fit right into this role if you:Are a strong team player, able to build good working relationships at all levelsHave proven high levels of accuracy and attention to detailAre results focused with strong planning, prioritising and organisation skillsCan multi-task and work with multiple priorities at pace, delivering results within tight timescalesHave advanced IT skills including Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and TeamsAre self-motivated with the ability to work under pressure and using own initiativeHave strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience of analysing information and issues to identify current and potential problems and develop and implement workable solutionsAble to engage and work collaboratively with other teams to make improvements to processes and influence stakeholders at all levelsA good communicator, able to operate at all levels clearly and concisely with the proven ability to communicate complex data terminology so it is understood by the data owner and the business About Greggs Here at Greggs, we love what we do, and we have fun! What makes Greggs so special is our culture – the way we are, the way we behave and the way we support each other. We’re hard-working, but above all else we’re family; and it doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from or what your favourite bake is, we’d love you to join us! We want everyone to feel welcome at Greggs and our colleagues to be able to be themselves at work, whatever their background, preferences, or views….