Procurement Graduate

at  Kerry

WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY

• Minimum 2:1 degree in a relevant subject will enable you to join us but most importantly we are looking for individuals who are people centric, natural leaders and have a passion for food.
• Fluent in English and a second language preferably Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic or French
• Permanent right to work in Europe
• A strategic, problem-solving mindset and an energy and enthusiasm to support our dynamic business
  Submit your application only for the program of your interest. Any multiple applications will be withdrawn
  Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.

Your role as a Procurement Graduate will involve working with category buyers in all aspects of the sourcing process, working closely with Kerry’s manufacturing sites and supply partners.

• Category/Market Analysis: Provide category and market insight by analysing both category and market data which will lead to development of sourcing and supply plans.
• Cross Functional Relationships: Monitoring usage/demand by coordinating with site supply chains. Working with R&D to introduce new materials and to identify potential new sources.
• Strategic Sourcing: Closely working with category buyers to source the highest quality materials and services at the best price using a range of tools including tendering.
• Cost Saving Pipeline: Jointly working with category buyers to develop and execute a cost savings pipeline.
• Supplier Management: Working with the category buyers to negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance to ensure quality and service requirements are met.
• Sustainability: Support buyers on the achievement of our “Beyond the Horizon” sustainability goals and specifically our commitments on responsible sourcing, waste reduction, circular economy, and recyclable packaging