We are currently hiring a Proximity Category Buyer to be responsible for delivering excellent customer service and improving cost, quality and compliance performance, working across packaging supply chain, including suppliers and third parties.,

Deliver excellent customer service, proactively resolving and escalating issues as appropriate.
Minimise transactional and setup errors that impact bottling, warehousing and shipping, where quality, service, compliance (HMRC) and costs can be adversely impacted and ensure system setup is accurate and daily controls are actioned.
Support Research & Development (R&D) and Change Request projects to ensure they are cost effectively delivered On Time & In Full (OTIF) and approve invoices.
Manage invoice queries for products and services to agreed pricing structures and Accounts Payable (AP) guidelines.
Analyse information to support Category Managers in efficient tendering, supplier selection, supplier management, cost improvements and group reporting.
Responsible for developing strategies (with the support of manager) and managing subcategories in line with the wider category strategy.
Produce accurate reporting to be submitted to Pernod Ricard HQ in relation to spend and sustainable sourcing policies and procedures.
Build and maintain effective relationships with a portfolio of suppliers.
Responsible for the interface between Suppliers and internal teams managing the supply chain and availability for dry goods imported from non-UK/EU27 origins.
Update and maintain supplier service level agreements (SLAs) for goods and services,
Assist with performance reviews and control the paid stock process with suppliers.
Support functional strategic development and assist in investigations, as appropriate.
Work with colleagues to identify and deliver improvements across the supply chain, suppliers and third parties.

Experience of transactional Supply Chain and Manufacturing functions with an understanding of cross-functional processes, suppliers, compliance (HMRC) and brands.
Experience in procurement processes, such as supplier onboarding, due diligence, and category specific knowledge.
Have sound knowledge of finance systems such as E1 including modules, transactions, data set-up, processes, and compliance as well as knowledge of material specifications, SLA and contract drafting.
Confident using Excel, PowerPoint and Power BI, with opportunities to further develop your skills.
Hold a clean driving license.

Pernod Ricard is a worldwide leader in the spirits and champagne industry, blending traditional craftsmanship, state-of-the-art brand development, and global distribution technologies. Our prestigious portfolio of premium to luxury brands includes Absolut vodka, Ricard pastis, Ballantine's, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater gin, Malibu liqueur, and Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes. Our mission is to ensure the long-term growth of our brands with full respect for people and the environment, while empowering our employees around the world to be ambassadors of our purposeful, inclusive, and responsible culture of authentic conviviality.

Competitive salary, along with performance related bonus
Defined Contribution Pension
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
Generous annual holiday entitlement (increasing with length of service) plus public holidays
Pernod Ricard share incentive plan and share ownership plan
An allowance each year to spend on our brands
Our reward & recognition scheme
Employee discounts from a range of high street retailers

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