Procurement Strategy & Delivery Manager
Likely
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer has issued visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
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£54,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 1134 (75% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £54,700, and Tesco is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2440 (Business and financial project management professionals, Role centres on project delivery and transformation, not direct purchasing management) or SOC 1139 (Functional managers and directors not elsewhere classified, Strategy and transformation focus could fit functional manager n.e.c.). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1134 Purchasing managers and directors Most likely code | £38,300 | £43,800 | £49,300 | £54,700 |
2440 Business and financial project management professionals Also possible | £39,500 | £45,200 | £50,800 | £56,500 |
1139 Functional managers and directors not elsewhere classified Also possible | £52,300 | £59,700 | £67,200 | £74,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Reporting to the Lead Procurement Strategy & Transformation Manager, the Procurement Strategy & Delivery Manager plays a key role in delivering the Sourcing & Procurement strategy through effective project delivery, governance, stakeholder engagement and business transformation.
Working closely with Procurement category teams, the Procurement Leadership Team and cross-functional partners, you will lead and support strategic initiatives that improve performance, capability and business value. This could include driving our savings/value delivery programme, supporting category strategy development, implementing procurement technology solutions, and delivering process and capability improvements across the function.
You will be responsible for
- Lead the delivery of strategic procurement initiatives, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope and with measurable business outcomes.
- Partner with Procurement category teams to support key priorities, including savings delivery, benefit realisation and category strategy execution.
- Drive the implementation, optimisation and adoption of procurement technology and digital solutions, such as sourcing, contract management, projects and analytics tools.
- Establish and maintain governance, reporting and performance tracking to provide clear visibility of progress, risks and outcomes.
- Produce high-quality insights, reporting and presentations to present recommendations and updates to both the Procurement Leadership team and senior business stakeholders for key priorities, such as driving the delivery and tracking of Procurement savings and benefit realisation, against our targets.
- Facilitate workshops, project meetings and stakeholder forums to align plans, manage dependencies and drive delivery. Coordinating activity across Procurement, Technology, Finance, Legal, Capability and other business functions to ensure successful delivery of strategic priorities and transformation initiatives.
- Strong
project management, governance and stakeholder management skills, within
transformation programmes and continuous improvement initiatives. - Demonstrated
experience of working with senior leaders to deliver business change,
including communication and training plans. - Ability
to analyse data, track benefits and translate insights into clear
recommendations. - Excellent
communication and presentation skills, with experience producing
executive-level reporting. - Understanding
of procurement, sourcing, supplier management or commercial processes. - Experience
supporting technology-enabled transformation, including procurement
systems and digital tools. - Organised,
proactive and delivery-focused, with the ability to manage multiple
priorities and drive outcomes.
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- Annual bonus scheme of up to 20% of base salary
- Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day (plus Bank Holidays)
- Private medical insurance
- 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave
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About Us
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At Tesco, we champion a balance that lets you thrive both in and out of work. Spend 60% of your week collaborating with colleagues at our office locations or local sites and the rest remotely. Whether you're just kicking off your career, juggling passions, or navigating big life events, we're here to support you. We always welcome a conversation about flexible working, so talk to us throughout your application about how we can support.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Purchasing managers and directors (SOC 1134) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~60k in sample- Middle half £45,604–78,624
- Median £59,800
- Going rate £54,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £38,300–49,300
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Tesco holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 1134 going rate of £54,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.