Category Buyer

This role will take ownership of indirect procurement activities across multiple European locations, driving value and efficiency across a diverse spend portfolio. Working closely with senior procurement leadership, you’ll play a key role in delivering cost savings, developing supplier strategies, and embedding best practice across the function. Key Responsibilities: Lead savings and value-creation initiatives across all indirect procurement categories, identifying opportunities to optimise costs and performance. Manage end-to-end sourcing processes, from supplier identification and tendering through to negotiation and contract implementation. Develop and present commercial proposals and contracting solutions for senior stakeholder approval. Build strong supplier relationships, ensuring alignment to business goals and consistent delivery of service and quality standards. Monitor market trends and innovations to identify new opportunities and embed forward-thinking procurement approaches. Create and deliver a multi-year category strategy that supports cost efficiency, sustainability, and operational excellence. Conduct regular supplier reviews and performance assessments, ensuring compliance with agreed terms and continuous improvement. Partner with global procurement counterparts to ensure alignment of strategy and best practice across regions. Key Requirements: Fluent in English with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ideally CIPS qualified (or working towards), with strong commercial and contractual acumen. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in indirect procurement, with exposure to categories such as Marketing, IT, HR, Professional Services, MRO, and Logistics. Proven track record in negotiation and supplier management, with demonstrable delivery of cost savings and service improvements. Strategic mindset with the ability to think long-term, influence at senior levels, and adapt to a fast-paced international environment. This is a standout opportunity for a proactive procurement professional who thrives on autonomy and wants to shape the direction of indirect procurement across a European remit.

Location: Folkestone, UK, GB

Posted Date: 11/14/2025