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Tesco

# Head of Global Sourcing – Property

Hybrid Full-time Executive 

Listed on Tesco’s official careers site. Posted October 30, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on Tesco’s careers site →](https://careers.tesco.com/en_GB/careersmarketplace/JobDetail/Head-of-Global-Sourcing-Property/218377)

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## Job description

This role leads all aspects for the procurement of Property Goods and Services, working as part of the Procurement Leadership team and partnering with the Group Property leadership team. The role manages all supplier partners in this category to deliver Tesco’s property strategy at the best commercial value, whilst ensuring we remain safe and legal. You will own and develop commercial relationships with a wide range of suppliers, driving enhanced value with key strategic suppliers through efficient Supplier Relationship Management.

The role will require strong procurement and leadership expertise, with a background in leading GSNFR (Goods and Services Not For Resale) categories preferable. You will be working with senior stakeholders across the business to create, build, and develop category strategies in line with Tesco’s key objectives. Leading the Property Procurement team (circa 10 colleagues based in the market and India) and be a key member of the Procurement Leadership team, working closely to support the Head of Procurement and the Global Procurement Director Responsible for the creation and delivery of cost savings plans including Opex, Capital, Cash and Contract Compliance for your category.

This requires diligent, careful planning through the long term planning process and in year governance to deliver those plans on time and to target. You will be integrated with the Property Leadership Team, with significant partnering to Tesco’s Property Services Director and senior Directors and managers across other Tesco functions. Delivering key strategic sourcing projects across

Construction and Shopfitting, Maintenance and Engineering, Automation and Energy and working closely with local Tesco Procurement teams This role will look after Property Procurement both in our core UK business, but also integrating and building category strategies for the Group (Central Europe, ROI and Tesco Business Solutions) as well as supporting subsidiaries (Tesco

Insurance, Tesco Mobile, dunnhumby, Booker and One-Stop) in some cases directly and in some other as part of a collaborative matrix Providing a detailed and deep understanding of the supply market across core sub-categories such as Maintenance and Engineering, Refrigeration, Automation and how the development of AI in the industry will create further opportunities in the future

Undertaking detailed analysis of vendor proposals including cost, service and capability appraisals Developing standard methodologies and ways of working to further efficiencies and compliance with procedures Constantly challenging the business to maintain a competitive position in the supply market, generate healthy competitive tension to ensure we provide the right quality of product and services, at the best possible cost for

Tesco Following market trends to enable insight through market research, benchmarking, supplier knowledge and networking Negotiating prices with suppliers to deliver significant measurable annual savings (in contribution of Tesco’s strategy and group cost reduction plans) Representing Tesco at senior level with the supplier and industry community to ensure Tesco's best interest and influence with key suppliers, trade bodies and other entities.

Responsible for defining specific category strategies to ensure accurate sourcing plans in the short to long-term. Defining talent pipelines, development plans, leading compliance related topics and defining governance frameworks. Playing a leading role in transformation activity and adoption of new tools and AI technology for the function Experience in strategic Property sourcing, with a track record of delivering cost reduction Experience developing and implementing sourcing methodologies for category management Strong negotiation skills.

Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), design-to-build, and other standard methodologies tools.

The expectation is for candidates to have a deep toolbox of methodologies to approach the category
- Ability to successfully manage large suppliers, and proven results in handling vendors and achieving demonstrable commercial results In-depth market knowledge, and a wide network of relationships across the Property sector - both in UK and globally, engaging with suppliers at a senior and executive level Spotting and nurturing leadership talent with the ability to motivate all levels through excellent judgment, professional competence, credibility, flexibility, and personal integrity
- Excellent line management and interpersonal skills with an ability to encourage trust and confidence and empower the team You might know us as a supermarket, technology company or even for our award-winning mobile network.

Truth is, we’re all of those things, and much more. Our colleagues work with one goal in mind, helping to make every day a little better for our customers, colleagues and communities all over the world. No two customers are the same, neither are our colleagues. 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. We're proud to be an accredited Disability Confident Leader, where everyone’s welcome. That’s why we commit to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you need support with your application, click here for more information.

And if you're interested in joining our team but don't tick every box, don't let that hold you back from applying. When you join us in this role, you'll be employed by Tesco Stores Limited, the Tesco legal entity responsible for your employment.

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Oct 30, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Nov 6, 2026
- Last checked: Nov 6, 2026
- Listed for: 7 days
- Work arrangement: Hybrid
- Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Tesco’s careers site →](https://careers.tesco.com/en_GB/careersmarketplace/JobDetail/Head-of-Global-Sourcing-Property/218377)

## Hiring at Tesco
- Open jobs: 3,730
- New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections
- Tracked since: Oct 23, 2026

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