ODEON Cinemas Group
Group Procurement Senior Category Buyer (Technology & Indirect)
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Job Purpose
At ODEON Cinemas Group, we don’t just procure goods and services — we help create unforgettable cinema experiences for millions of guests across Europe.
We’re looking for a Senior Buyer with a strong background in IT procurement, who’s excited to step into a broader role influencing multiple categories and shaping the future of procurement in a dynamic, customer-driven business.
In this role, you'll take ownership of our Technology procurement strategy, while also supporting and leading sourcing across a wider range of indirect categories — from digital platforms and media services to operational spend that directly impacts the cinema experience.
Key Accountabilities
- Own and evolve IT / Technology category strategy across Europe maintaining direct alignment to the overall company objectives & strategy
- Lead end-to-end sourcing (RFPs, negotiations, contract execution)
- Build strong internal stakeholder relationships across IT, Digital, Marketing, Finance and Operations
- Deliver value through cost optimisation, innovation, and supplier performance
- Embed risk, ESG, and compliance considerations across the supply base
- Build strong supplier relationships and governance frameworks
- Analyse spend, market trends, and performance to drive better decisions
- Lead by example within the procurement team, wider OCG business and supply base to ensure cultural values are embedded and maintained
- The role will involve European travel as required
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Key Skills
- Strong background in IT / Technology procurement
- Experience operating in a multi-country/territory or complex organisation
- Strategic mindset with ability to deliver hands-on execution
- Experience running tenders and negotiating high value contracts
- Ability to work across multiple categories, not just IT
- Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
- Commercially driven, analytical, and adaptable
- Ability to work within in a dynamic, fast-paced business environment
- Strong communication & developed influencing skills; with an ability to “take people with you”
- Comprehensive analytical & PC skills
- Supplier Management - proven track record of influencing suppliers to get the "best deal"
- Ability to develop supplier relationship management standards, and monitor supplier & contract management processes to ensure all suppliers meet our ethical and compliance standards
ODEON Benefits
- Bonus Scheme
- Pension Scheme
- Hybrid working (2-3 days per week in the office)
- Unlimited free cinema tickets for you, and 12 friends and family tickets every three months
- 40% discount on our food and drinks, including our in-cinema Costa Coffee stores
- Private Medical Insurance
- Critical Illness Cover
- Life Assurance
- Free access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme – an online platform that offers advice and support on topics including finance, health, and mental wellbeing
- The opportunity to gain professional qualifications through our Bright Lights Apprenticeship scheme
- Fantastic career development opportunities across our cinemas and support offices
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At ODEON Cinemas Group, everyone is welcome. We make movies better by bringing all our incredible differences and our different ways of thinking together with our passion for cinema, to deliver inspiring entertainment experiences for our guests. We are all individuals, and we recognise that everyone brings something special to our team.
Starting from the moment you apply, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is embedded into all parts of the colleague journey, and we welcome individuals from all backgrounds. We select colleagues based on merit and the passion they show for their role.
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