Purchasing Expert

About the role

The Purchasing Expert will work closely with Global Category Managers to strengthen Sodexo's global supply management impact. This position serves as a key liaison for suppliers and internal supply management teams across multiple countries, driving essential procurement processes.

Key responsibilities

• Lead specific stages of Category RFI, RFQ and benchmarking processes.
• Prepare RFX scenarios and present status updates.
• Manage supplier set‑up, onboarding and day‑to‑day liaison.
• Collect, analyse and report data for assigned categories.
• Collaborate with Finance, Data and QHSE teams to ensure robust performance measurement.
• Build and maintain centralized category baselines.
• Conduct basic contractual negotiations following the SRM framework.
• Engage with cross‑functional stakeholders (Finance, Quality, Food Platform, Country SM, etc.) and manage request timelines, objectives and KPIs.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Procurement or Supply Management, preferably supporting food categories.
• Degree in Accounting, Business, Sciences or a related field.
• Strong analytical abilities.

Required skills