Procurement Manager – Operational Goods & Services

Deliveroo
Procurement Manager – Operational Goods & Services

Finance

London, UK (HQ)

Permanent

Why Deliveroo?

Our mission is to transform the way you shop and eat, bringing the neighbourhood to your door by connecting consumers, restaurants, shops and riders. We are a technology-driven company at the forefront of the most rapidly expanding industry in the world.

The Role

Procurement’s role is to support Deliveroo in delivering increased profit and growth through a well-managed and sustainable supplier base. Reporting to the Head of Category, the Procurement Manager will be part of a fast-growing tech startup. You’ll be joining a team responsible for circa £650m of spend and tasked with an Exec sponsored ‘Cost Out’ initiative in 2025/26.

What you’ll do

• Develop and Execute Procurement Strategies: Create and implement procurement strategies that deliver value, cost savings, and operational efficiencies.
• Supplier Management and Negotiation: Manage key supplier relationships, including negotiating contracts to secure the best terms.
• Risk Management: Conduct supplier risk assessments and manage third-party risk.
• Strategic Sourcing: Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, including competitive bidding and supplier selection.
• Supplier Performance Monitoring: Establish and monitor supplier KPIs and SLAs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with internal stakeholders to ensure procurement activities support wider business objectives.
• Contract Lifecycle Management: Lead contract negotiations and ensure contract compliance.
• Drive ESG and Sustainability Initiatives: Support Deliveroo’s ESG goals by identifying sustainable procurement opportunities.
• Process Optimisation: Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyse spend data and prepare regular reports.

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years of experience in procurement, with a proven track record of managing end-to-end procurement processes.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Proactive, outcome-driven approach.
• Risk management expertise.
• Cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with procurement technologies.
• Data-driven decision-making.
• Commercial acumen.
• Knowledge of ESG and sustainability practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• MCIPS qualification or working towards it
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Experience in managing multiple spend categories

Benefits & Diversity

At Deliveroo we know that people are the heart of the business and we prioritise their welfare. We offer multiple great benefits in areas including health, family, finance, community, convenience, growth, time away and relocation.

We believe a great workplace is one that represents the world we live in and how beautifully diverse it can be.

Compensation

• Competitive pay for the role
• Annual cash bonus, sign-on bonus or relocation support
• Up to 5% matched pension contributions

Equity

• Some roles may be eligible for share awards

Food

• Free Deliveroo Plus: free delivery and access to special offers
• Team lunches from local restaurants

Time away

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• One day of paid leave per year to volunteer

Work Life

• Maternity, paternity and shared parental leave
• Excellent kit to enable working from home
• Access to free mortgage advice
• Cycle to Work Scheme or Season Ticket Loans
• Learning and development opportunities