Global Procurement Manager

Elevation Procurement & Supply Chain are delighted to be partnered with a leading Global manufacturing organisation in the search and selection of a Procurement Category Manager - Marketing & Professional Services, within their developing procurement function. A Global role, leading the category function from a strategic view point. Holding a Global spend of $100M, covering the key categories for 22 sites around the world. Main Responsibilities: • Category Strategy Development: Define and implement category strategies for Marketing & Professional Services to drive cost savings, efficiency, and supplier innovation. • Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with Finance, Legal, HR, and Marketing leaders to align procurement strategies with business objectives. • Sourcing & Contract Management: Lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives, including RFPs, supplier selection, contract negotiations, and risk management. • Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring performance management and continuous improvement. • Cost & Value Optimization: Identify opportunities for cost reduction, value creation, and process improvement across the services categories. • Governance & Compliance: Ensure adherence to company procurement policies, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements. • Market Intelligence: Stay up to date with industry trends, supplier market dynamics, and best practices in professional and marketing services procurement. Our Requirements: • University Degree in relevant business discipline with 5 years of procurement / category management experience in a complex, multinational environment. • Strong understanding of strategic procurement principles, particularly in indirect services. • Deep knowledge of Marketing & Professional Services categories (e.g., media, creative agencies, consulting, legal services, financial services, HR services). • Familiarity with contract law, commercial agreements, and risk mitigation. • Expertise in supplier relationship management and performance optimization. • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in procurement analytics, cost modelling, and benchmarking. • Knowledge of eProcurement tools and contract lifecycle management systems. • Proven experience in managing a high value spend portfolio (~$100M) across multiple geographies. • Experience in working with C-level stakeholders and influencing senior decision-makers. • Track record in negotiating major centralized contracts and driving cost savings. • Strong project management experience, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams. • Experience in supplier market assessments, RFP execution, and strategic sourcing. A remote working role with the flexible to be contractually based from home, within the UK. £65,000 - £70,000 Car Bonus Package Ready to make a difference? Apply today and or get in touch with Pete Simmonds for more information!

Location: UK, GB

Posted Date: 5/1/2025