Global Category Buyer

Are you a seasoned Buyer looking to make a significant impact within a globally recognized company? Reckitt, home to some of the world's most beloved hygiene, health, and nutrition brands, is seeking a passionate and precise Buyer to spearhead factory procurement. This is a unique opportunity to join a purpose-driven organization dedicated to creating a cleaner, healthier world, and to become a vital part of a supply chain that ensures trusted products reach consumers worldwide.

Why Reckitt's Supply Chain?

Reckitt's supply chain is the engine that drives its mission forward. It's an environment where innovation meets efficiency, and where talented individuals are empowered to shape how essential products are delivered globally. If you aspire to a career in supply chain, Reckitt offers a dynamic landscape with diverse opportunities. From global strategy development to sophisticated procurement and cutting-edge logistics, you'll be at the forefront of supply chain excellence.

The Buyer Role: A Strategic Opportunity

This Buyer position is more than just a procurement role; it's a strategic cornerstone of Reckitt's factory operations. You will be instrumental in:

• Shaping Cost-Effective Sourcing Strategies: Take ownership of spend categories, developing comprehensive playbooks and co-authoring strategies with business partners to optimize total cost, working capital, quality, and service.
• Nurturing Robust Supplier Relationships: Identify, select, and develop suppliers, fostering partnerships that are as strong and reliable as Reckitt's products. Your negotiation prowess will be key in securing advantageous deals.
• Driving Operational Excellence: Leverage standard category management tools to organize knowledge, set clear objectives, and measure success against agreed-upon KPIs.
• Championing Innovation and Sustainability: Stay abreast of market trends and the innovation landscape, scouting for new insights and embedding Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and sustainability goals into your strategic roadmap.

Key Considerations for Your Career Path:

This role offers significant advantages for ambitious professionals seeking career growth:

• Global Impact: Contribute to a global organization with a profound purpose, directly impacting the availability of products that promote health and well-being worldwide.
• Strategic Influence: You'll be empowered to design and implement sourcing strategies, influencing the competitive advantage of Reckitt's supply base.
• Skill Development: This position demands and cultivates expertise in category management, vendor negotiation, contract negotiation, and relationship management. You'll hone your analytical skills, data presentation abilities, and cross-functional leadership.
• Fast-Paced Environment: Thrive in a dynamic, results-driven setting where you can demonstrate your ability to balance heavy workloads and multiple priorities under pressure.
• Continuous Learning: The role encourages staying ahead of marketing trends and scouting for insights, ensuring you remain at the cutting edge of your field.

What Reckitt Values in a Candidate:

Reckitt is looking for individuals who possess:

• A minimum of 2 years of work experience, with proven success in delivering sustainable results in rapidly changing categories.
• Experience in implementing spend discipline and driving savings.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple business unit needs while striving for global solutions.
• A strong foundation with a minimum bachelor’s degree in a related field such as marketing, finance, business, or procurement/supply chain management.
• Proven experience in leading cross-functional sourcing projects and a knack for negotiation techniques.
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• A strong ability to understand, analyze, and present data to support recommendations.
• High fluency in English for effective negotiation and communication.
• The ability to communicate clearly and structurally, both verbally and in writing.

Reckitt champions a culture of equality and inclusion. They recognize that great talent comes in many forms and encourage applications even if you don't meet every single requirement. Your potential and passion are highly valued.

This is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career within a leading consumer goods company committed to making a positive difference in the world. If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, Reckitt awaits your application.