VCO Specialist

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Responsibilities

As a VCO Specialist, your primary objective will be supporting strategic Value Chain Optimisation projects and driving business outcomes. You will work closely with buying teams, service teams, and external suppliers to assess and execute supply chain opportunities.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Supporting Strategic VCO Projects: Designing and implementing Value Chain Optimisation tools aligned with the overall global corporate strategy.

• Sprint & Project Management: Leading and supporting initiative sprints from initial business case development through to value realization.

• Workshop Facilitation: Taking ownership in developing, preparing, and facilitating VCO workshops, documentation, and training sessions.

• Data Analytics & Visualization: Organizing and interpreting complex datasets to identify commercial opportunities, generating clear reports, and using data visualization tools to communicate strategic recommendations.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnering with buying teams, analytics units, and suppliers to support product cost reductions, assure supply continuity, and build long-term business plans.

• Change Management & Continuous Improvement: Supporting change management initiatives, recommending process improvements, and providing training to colleagues as required.

Requirements

We are looking for you if you have:

• Background & Experience:

  • 3-5 years of relevant experience in procurement, buying, or sourcing.

  • Proven track record of independently owning projects from end to end.

  • Experience in FMCG or Retail is a strong advantage.

  • Fluent English skills.

• System Knowledge:

  • Proficiency in SAP is considered a plus.

• Strong Analytical & Data Skills: Ability to analyze complex datasets, draw actionable strategic insights, and present findings clearly using data visualization tools.

• Project & Sprint Mindset: Experience or strong aptitude in managing project timelines, tracking costs, and following up on key deliverables.

• Effective Communication & Stakeholder Management: Excellent interpersonal skills to liaise with internal teams (buying, analytics, leadership) and external suppliers.

• Proactivity & Independence: A self-starter attitude with a focus on continuous process improvement, problem-solving, and facilitating collaboration.