Category Procurement Senior Person

ABOUT US

Tate & Lyle is on a journey of change, inspired by our purpose of Transforming Lives through the Science of Food. Today, we are a global leader in sweetening, texture, and fortification products that remove calories and add fiber. Our innovations help create healthier, tastier food and drink for billions of consumers. Across the world, we are unlocking the curiosity and courage in our team members to foster a truly experimental culture and create a tech-enabled, more agile, risk-ready operation. Join us to play your part in growing our business and its positive impact on communities, society, and the planet.

Tate & Lyle Global Shared Services Centre in Łódź is the principal location for handling business support activities and processes for Tate & Lyle, both transactional and value-added business partnering support. Starting operations in 2011 with fewer than 50 people, we now have over 350 team members supporting operations globally. We have 30 teams operating in Łódź to provide service in the areas of Finance, Customer Service, Procurement, HR/People Services, and IS/IT.

ROLE PURPOSE

The purpose of this role is the global sourcing of low-value/risk goods & services and S2P Analysis. This role will also assist and support in the development of appropriate strategies for identified Category portfolios. The role holder will contribute to the procurement plan and help deliver savings. Through excellent communication skills and stakeholder management, the role holder will ensure that cross-business opportunities within the assigned remit are actively embraced. The role supports both the Global Category Sr. Manager and Director in identifying opportunities in the Procurement Process from PR/PO, Spend Data Analytics, Pipeline Management, Sourcing opportunities, and Productivity savings.

MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Prepare and/or support preparation of RFI/RFQ, Sourcing strategy, and Contract To Award documentation within supported categories.

• Manage & award low-value/risk contracts (< $250k) in respective categories.

• Enter purchase orders into the system, and ensure the system is maintained where appropriate. Resolve invoicing issues as necessary.

• Enter Outline Agreements/Scheduling Agreements into the SAP system and ensure regular maintenance.

• Control & compliance.

• Analysis of spend.

• Identify opportunities/efficiencies.

• Maintain contracts in the contract database.

• Collect and analyze data ensuring accuracy and data quality.

• Support business and procurement stakeholders with preparation of material for monthly meetings and dashboards as needed.

• Assist in the development of category strategies and plans, including but not limited to working with Category Teams to provide streamlined data analysis.

• Monitor and maintain data and output to ensure we are maximizing value from internal and external systems.

• Interpret and apply the Global Procurement Procedures and Policies.

• Lead cost reduction initiatives and help ensure savings targets are met.

• Challenge business requirements and specifications where appropriate to deliver best value.

• Ensure on-time delivery and quality targets are met.

• Be involved with supplier selection, rationalization, and reduction.

• Manage supplier relationships in a capable, thorough, and professional manner.

• Deliver accurate management information for the Procurement function to support Global projects and Business as Usual.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

• Deliver contract solutions within the agreed timeframe.

• Timeliness and accuracy of procurement plan.

• Savings delivery versus plan.

• Development of a robust savings opportunity pipeline.

• Customer satisfaction data and/or survey results.

• Category-specific P2P performance.

ABOUT YOU

• University degree in a related field.

• Fluent English.

• Business Acumen.

• Problem Solving.

• Dealing with Ambiguity.

• Time Management.

• Action Oriented.

• Drives for Results.

• Political Savvy.

• Negotiating.

• Presentation Skills.

• Comfort Around Higher Management.

• Negotiating.

EXPERIENCE

• Basic understanding of the Procurement and buying cycle.

• Procurement-related experience (approx. 5 years).

• Systems experience within SAP ECC, other environments would be advantageous or willingness to learn.

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE

• Positive outlook, confident, and enjoys meeting and working with new people.

• Confident when dealing with suppliers.

• An understanding of the Supplier market for low-value purchases.

• Monitoring supplier performance.

• Contract negotiation and understanding of drafting.

• Standard written, verbal communication, and presentation skills.

• Standard analytical and mathematical skills.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

As a business operating in 50 countries worldwide, we offer a global rewards package to all team members alongside a range of country-specific benefits. In addition to the flexible working policy, hybrid working model & competitive salary, we offer:

• Extensive development opportunities and programs (vertical & horizontal promotions, foreign assignments, projects, broad range of internal & external training).

• Private medical care, including dental care.

• MyBenefit Platform, including Multisport.

• Lunch subsidy.

• Work from home benefits package.

• Languages assistance program.

• Personal trainer.

• Life Insurance.

• LinkedIn Learning Platform access.

• Employee Assistance Program (an online platform to support your well-being) and Mental Wellness University.

• Possibility to participate in various programs & projects, including activities in Charity Team, First Aid Team, Emergency Team, Active Team, and Eco Team.

• Last but not least: Work in a welcoming, stimulating, and energetic environment where you can unleash your potential.

At Tate & Lyle, we are committed to all our team members being seen, heard, and valued, and thus, we value the contributions of people with unique backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Tate & Lyle is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.