Welcome to Yum

Home of some of the world’s most iconic restaurant brands – including KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell. With over 60,000 restaurants across more than 155 countries, we’re the largest restaurant company in the world. But what really makes Yum! special is our people. We’re a business built on bold ideas, collaboration and growth, where individuals are empowered to bring their authentic selves, challenge thinking and help shape the future of our brands.  

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Procurement Manager is responsible for leading procurement activities across the Pan European Region for all 3 core brands (KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell), ensuring value delivery, supplier performance, and risk mitigation. This role blends strategic thinking with operational execution, requiring strong stakeholder engagement and data-driven decision-making.

WHAT WILL YOU SPEND YOUR TIME DOING

WHAT WE LOVE FROM YOU:

EXPERIENCE

• Strong analytical skills, ability to extract meaningful conclusions from data
• Experience in a food service/FMCG or retail environment preferred
• Pack and/or beverage experience desired but not essential
• Ability to manage projects as well as category strategy execution
• Track record of achievement and delivery
• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Proven experience of working collaboratively in complex stakeholder environment
• Stakeholder engagement skills, capable of influencing at all levels
• Proven experience in understanding contract KPIs and successfully driving supplier performance
• 6+ years in an Analyst, Buyer, Supply chain or equivalent role preferably in retail, food service, FMCG
• 5+ years of experience in a procurement, sourcing or buying role.

SKILLS

• Strong skills in Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Quick to learn and apply new knowledge
• Positive mindset and resilient outlook
• Values action over activity
• Good verbal and written communication skills

ABOUT YOU

• A genuine team player
• A self-starter with curiosity, energy and adaptability
• Hungry to learn and thrive in a small, mighty team
• A practical problem-solver with strong commercial instincts
• Obsessed with high standards, momentum and getting things done

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

We offer benefits that make your life that little bit easier, because we know the juggle is real.

From flexible, hybrid working to Fri-Yay early finishes and Live Well Days, we’ve created a package that supports the real you, in and out of work.

You’ll get:

• Hybrid working from our Woking RSC (just 24 mins from London). This role is remote based but occasional visits to our RSC will be required.
• Up to 11% company pension contributions
• Fri-Yay finishes at 1pm every Friday
• 25 days’ holiday (plus bank hols) a
• 5 Live Well Days a year, just for you
• Bonus scheme linked to company & personal performance
• Private healthcare, Digital GP access & mental health coaching
• Enhanced parental leave and flexible return options
• Study support, income protection, life cover & more

Because real ones deserve real rewards.

THE ROAD TO BECOMING A REAL ONE...

1. Apply (Go on... do it) – send us your CV and answer a couple of app questions.
2. Intro call with our Talent Team
3. Virtual call with Hiring Manager + another team member
4. F2F interview & Task at our HQ, Home of Yum in Woking

Ready?

We hope so, if you’re ready to be part of our community, now’s the time to apply.

Worried you aren’t ticking all the boxes? Don’t - we’d still love to hear from you.

Beware of fake job postings using Yum! and/or our brand logos -- KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and Habit Burger & Grill -- on fraudulent sites. Yum! Brands only posts jobs on official careers pages and never asks for money during onboarding. Avoid unsolicited contacts via Telegram, WhatsApp or similar social apps.

Welcome to Yum

Home of some of the world’s most iconic restaurant brands – including KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell. With over 60,000 restaurants across more than 155 countries, we’re the largest restaurant company in the world. But what really makes Yum! special is our people. We’re a business built on bold ideas, collaboration and growth, where individuals are empowered to bring their authentic selves, challenge thinking and help shape the future of our brands.  

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Procurement Manager is responsible for leading procurement activities across the Pan European Region for all 3 core brands (KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell), ensuring value delivery, supplier performance, and risk mitigation. This role blends strategic thinking with operational execution, requiring strong stakeholder engagement and data-driven decision-making.

WHAT WILL YOU SPEND YOUR TIME DOING

WHAT WE LOVE FROM YOU:

EXPERIENCE

• Strong analytical skills, ability to extract meaningful conclusions from data
• Experience in a food service/FMCG or retail environment preferred
• Pack and/or beverage experience desired but not essential
• Ability to manage projects as well as category strategy execution
• Track record of achievement and delivery
• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Proven experience of working collaboratively in complex stakeholder environment
• Stakeholder engagement skills, capable of influencing at all levels
• Proven experience in understanding contract KPIs and successfully driving supplier performance
• 6+ years in an Analyst, Buyer, Supply chain or equivalent role preferably in retail, food service, FMCG
• 5+ years of experience in a procurement, sourcing or buying role.

SKILLS

• Strong skills in Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Quick to learn and apply new knowledge
• Positive mindset and resilient outlook
• Values action over activity
• Good verbal and written communication skills

ABOUT YOU

• A genuine team player
• A self-starter with curiosity, energy and adaptability
• Hungry to learn and thrive in a small, mighty team
• A practical problem-solver with strong commercial instincts
• Obsessed with high standards, momentum and getting things done

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

We offer benefits that make your life that little bit easier, because we know the juggle is real.

From flexible, hybrid working to Fri-Yay early finishes and Live Well Days, we’ve created a package that supports the real you, in and out of work.

You’ll get:

• Hybrid working from our Woking RSC (just 24 mins from London). This role is remote based but occasional visits to our RSC will be required.
• Up to 11% company pension contributions
• Fri-Yay finishes at 1pm every Friday
• 25 days’ holiday (plus bank hols) a
• 5 Live Well Days a year, just for you
• Bonus scheme linked to company & personal performance
• Private healthcare, Digital GP access & mental health coaching
• Enhanced parental leave and flexible return options
• Study support, income protection, life cover & more

Because real ones deserve real rewards.

THE ROAD TO BECOMING A REAL ONE...

1. Apply (Go on... do it) – send us your CV and answer a couple of app questions.
2. Intro call with our Talent Team
3. Virtual call with Hiring Manager + another team member
4. F2F interview & Task at our HQ, Home of Yum in Woking

Ready?

We hope so, if you’re ready to be part of our community, now’s the time to apply.

Worried you aren’t ticking all the boxes? Don’t - we’d still love to hear from you.

Beware of fake job postings using Yum! and/or our brand logos -- KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and Habit Burger & Grill -- on fraudulent sites. Yum! Brands only posts jobs on official careers pages and never asks for money during onboarding. Avoid unsolicited contacts via Telegram, WhatsApp or similar social apps.