You’ll report directly to Jed, our Procurement Manager and be responsible for diving into contracts and supplier accounts to keep things running smoothly and help us grow as a business. Building strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers whilst carefully following procurement processes is an important part of the role, so attention to detail is a must! You'll keep a close eye on driving profits whilst managing risks on a day-to-day basis.
Our people are our superpower, and we’re unstoppable when we’re together! We want your ideas to flow, and what better way to make that happen than being based onsite, 5 days a week, where our culture fuels creativity, collaboration, and growth. If a £1 bet in the pub between two friends can become the UK's most trusted electrical retailer, imagine what else can be achieved when we’re together!
Here's What You Can Expect To Be Doing
* Confidently challenge stakeholders and suppliers to help boost AO’s commercial strength and keep operations running slick and smooth.
* Get stuck into contract T&Cs, spotting risks early and helping the business steer clear of any bumps in the road.
* Keep things tidy and efficient — align contract end dates, build multi-year agreements where it makes sense, and stay on top of record-keeping.
* Own supplier sourcing and onboarding from start to finish, running tenders and making sure we bring the best on board.
* Build brilliant relationships inside and outside AO — making sure suppliers and stakeholders stay in the loop and working closely with us.
* Carry out full supplier checks (Tax, Ethics, Info-sec, GDPR, Code of Conduct) so we stay compliant and proud of who we work with.
* Keep stakeholders in the know with any contract updates so they can make smart, informed decisions every step of the way.
A Few Things About You
* Strong interest in self-development and a desire to grow within the role.
* Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders and suppliers at all levels.
* Collaborative mindset with a focus on internal customer service.
* An analytical and process-oriented approach with a strong mindset of risk prevention and cost reduction.
* A proactive, "Let's go" attitude, with a strong desire to problem-solve in complex environments.
A Bit About Us
When it comes to appliances and electricals, we’ve got the lot. Washing machines? Yep. TVs? Check. Laptops? Absolutely. Everything except doorbells (just kidding, we’ve got those too).
We’re known for helping our customers brilliantly - and it’s no different for AOers. We care about more than what’s on your CV, because together we can do extraordinary things.
Our benefits are designed to cover the moments that matter to AOers. From health and wellness to giving back - you’ll be rewarded inside and outside of work.
* Staff discount at ao.com & discounted gym offers.
* Matched pension - contribute 5% of your annual salary and we'll do the same.
* Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption Packages.
* Help @ Hand scheme - virtual GP, mental health support, physiotherapy etc.
* 2x fully paid charity days a year.
* Internal first approach to recruitment - you get first dibs on any new jobs across the business.
To see all our benefits and perks, visit our AO Benefits page.
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