Job Description
Hunter Shore Group is partnering with a leading organization to hire a Global Indirect Procurement Category Manager based in the UK. This high-impact role reports to the Director of Indirect Procurement and will oversee a substantial portfolio of critical categories.
You will be responsible for managing a multi-million spend, leading the centralization of the indirect procurement function, and ensuring alignment with global best practices. This role offers a clear career development path, whether within procurement or across other business functions. It’s a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and experienced professional looking to join a company that values career growth while maintaining a strong work-life balance.
This is a unique opportunity to become part of one of Europe’s largest organizations, shaping and driving procurement strategies in a multinational environment that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development. You’ll work on high-value projects with a measurable impact on the business.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Develop and implement a European procurement strategy for professional services.
2. Partner with HR and regional procurement teams to ensure alignment with business objectives.
3. Build strategic supplier relationships and drive supplier performance for cost efficiency, innovation, and service excellence.
4. Address data and technology gaps to enable data-driven procurement decisions.
5. Lead negotiations, contract management, and compliance across Europe.
Key Skills & Experience:
1. 8+ years of procurement experience, ideally in indirect procurement.
2. Strong foundation in professional services procurement.
3. Ability to balance strategic vision with operational execution.
4. Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, especially in complex, multicultural, and matrixed environments.
5. Strong analytical skills and a continuous improvement mindset to drive innovation and efficiency.
Location: London – with up to 4 days of remote working per week
Travel: Up to 10% across Europe
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