Team Leader Procurement (UK) - #137444

Are you looking for that next step in your procurement career?

Look no further! We are looking for a Team Leader Procurement to join our Procurement Team in Peterborough, UK.

Job Purpose:

As the Team Leader Procurement, you will lead a team of Purchasing Experts to ensure cost-effective sourcing of goods and services. You will oversee supply chain operations, manage supplier relationships, and implement process improvements, all while minimizing risks and costs.

Our Team:

Join our multinational procurement team, currently based across Hamburg, the UK, and Poland. We are responsible for optimizing procurement processes across Bauer Media Group, driving savings, and supporting the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and develop a team of Purchasing Experts.
• Source suppliers, obtain quotes, and ensure timely delivery of goods/services.
• Optimize procurement processes and monitor supplier performance.
• Use data to drive improvements and implement best practices.
• Mitigate risks and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

What we are looking for:

• Procurement experience, including team leadership.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Experience in procurement practices, with media industry knowledge a plus.
• Proficient in Excel, Power BI, and PowerPoint; SAP4Hana experience is a bonus.
• Fluent in English
• CIPS certification is advantageous.

About Bauer Media Group

We are a media business focused on creating content that matters to millions of people across Europe. Our offering extends from print and online publishing to audio broadcasting and entertainment, alongside investments in other media related sectors. With more than 500 million copies sold each year, we are one of Europe’s largest Publishers. From women’s and celebrities’ magazines to TV listings to food and special interest, we own some of the most popular publishing brands in Germany, UK, Poland and France – both digital and print. But not only that. Reaching over 61 million listeners weekly, we operate over 150 radio and podcast brands in nine countries, spanning the UK, Ireland, Poland, Slovakia, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Norway and Portugal. Family-owned in the 5th generation, Bauer Media focuses on the long-term, with a consumer-first mindset that guides us across our diverse portfolio. Our workforce of 12,000 shares a common purpose: to deliver content and services that enrich people‘s everyday lives.

What’s in it for you

• You’ll have 25 days holiday, bank holidays & 2 volunteer days to use.
• Your development matters, so access to our internal training provider – Bauer Academy, is a huge win.
• We have enhanced Maternity/Adoption, Paternity and Shared Parental Leave Pay.
• You’ll have the opportunity for flexible working.
• And much more! Find the full details of our benefits here

Please Note: We are actively seeking this position. You should hear from us within 48 hours of the expiry date. Please note on some occasions the role may be closed before date shown or need to be extended.

If you have any feedback regarding our UK recruitment process, please email [email protected] we would love to hear from you.