As our Senior Buyer at Stericycle, you will play a pivotal role in executing Global Sourcing and Procurement efforts within a defined set of categories, overseeing an annual spend ranging from $10 - $50 million. Reporting to the Group Head of Procurement, you will spearhead the development and implementation of category strategies, driving year-over-year reductions in total costs while ensuring superior supplier quality and service levels.
Key Responsibilities:
* Cost Savings Champion: You’ll lead initiatives to deliver quantifiable savings year-over-year across all business units. You’ll develop and communicate category strategies, driving the execution of annual sourcing plans to achieve cost reduction targets.
* Strategic Sourcing Expertise: You’ll own the end-to-end strategic sourcing process for assigned categories, including stakeholder engagement, market analysis, and negotiation. You’ll lead the development and execution of RFPs, contract negotiations, and supplier relationship management activities.
* Performance Measurement: You’ll establish and maintain robust metrics for tracking internal performance across all categories. You’ll regularly report on savings achievements and provide insights to drive continuous improvement.
* Innovative Procurement Leadership: You’ll drive innovation in procurement policy, process, and tools to elevate Stericycle's procurement function as a trusted advisor within the organization. You’ll continuously evaluate and enhance operational efficiency to maintain world-class standards.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Operations Management, or Supply Chain Management.
* Chartered Institute of Supply Management (CIPS) certification or working towards it.
* 2 – 5 years of Procurement experience with a proven track record of delivering results.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Access, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint. Experience with Coupa is advantageous.
* Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
Key Competencies:
* You have a strong knowledge of strategic sourcing processes, coupled with exceptional technical and analytical skills.
* You have demonstrated business acumen and the ability to navigate complex procurement landscapes.
* You have expert negotiation skills focused on building sustainable supplier partnerships.
* You have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a keen attention to detail.
* You have proven organizational abilities, adept at multitasking and project management.
* You have leadership experience in a collaborative team environment.
* You have proficiency in delivering engaging presentations tailored to diverse audiences.
* You have the ability to coach, train, and develop team members to foster a culture of excellence.
Benefits:
Stericycle offers you:
* Competitive salary
* Contributory Pension Scheme
* Private Healthcare
* Life Insurance
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Access to SteriCares, our employee support fund
* Stericycle University – Our online library of self-development & learning
* Annual performance related pay review.
* Referral Scheme (Earn by introducing people in your network to the Stericycle family)
* Flu voucher
* Eye Test voucher
* And more…
About Stericycle:
At Stericycle, we deliver solutions and drive innovations that protect the environment, people, and public health. This includes working to create a more sustainable, shared future. Our innovative solutions make a difference in people’s lives, communities, and our planet by protecting their health and well-being.
Operating from 20 sites across the UK and Ireland, Stericycle and its Shred-it brand are both widely recognized as the UKs leading healthcare waste specialist & Information security solutions provider. Built on unrivalled knowledge and expertise, we’re one of the market leaders in the delivery of safe, compliant, and sustainable solutions to an ever-increasing customer base.
Join us on our mission to protect health and well-being in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way.