Global Capex Category Lead

Arbex; Tadworth; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading pension

Bonus scheme

Flexible Savings

Private Medical Insurance

Income protection

Education/Relocation/Childcare support

Job summary

Arbex is seeking a seasoned sourcing professional to drive global Capex and capital project procurement, partnering with engineering and project teams to optimize total cost of ownership. You will lead negotiations, build cost models, and manage supplier performance across a multinational framework.

The role requires 8+ years in strategic sourcing within industrial settings, fluent English, and the ability to operate in a global matrix organization.

Qualifications

• Ideally 8+ years of strategic sourcing / category management experience.
• Capex/capital-projects sourcing experience in an industrial environment; contract-risk management expertise.
• Strong negotiation, analytical and cost-modelling skills; contract management experience.
• Ability to work in a global matrix organization; fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Own the sourcing strategy and execution for capital equipment and capital project services (Capex) at global level.
• Lead supplier negotiations, contracting and commercial terms to deliver cost, cash and supply-continuity targets.
• Build category cost models, market intelligence and should-cost analysis to inform sourcing decisions.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance (scorecards, business reviews, risk mitigation).
• Partner with engineering and project teams from early project phases; drive total-cost-of-ownership decisions.
• Negotiate equipment, EPC and installation contracts; manage contractual risk with Legal.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Capex sourcing

Contract risk management

Negotiation

Cost modelling

Contract management

Global matrix organization

Fluent English

Job description

Become part of the team powering household names like Andrex®, Kleenex®, Cottonelle®, Scott®, Viva®, andWypAll®.AtArbex, everything you need is right here—innovation, growth, and the chance to leave a real mark.

You were made to create what’s next: you’re a problem-solver – a connector – someone who thrives on bringing order to complexity and driving continuous improvement. You hold the big picture while mastering the details, making sure every product, process, and partnership moves with precision and purpose. You lead with the highest standards of integrity, efficiency, and collaboration, always turning today’s challenges into tomorrow’s success stories. In this role, you’ll help shape the future of tissue and hygiene for billions of people worldwide. We’ll be Unstoppable Together.

About You

In one of our supply chain roles,you’llfocus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at thecentre.Jobresponsibilities include:

• Own the sourcing strategy and execution for capital equipment and capital project services (Capex) at global level

• Lead supplier negotiations, contracting and commercial terms to deliver cost, cash and supply-continuity targets

• Build category cost models, market intelligence and should-cost analysis to inform sourcing decisions

• Manage supplier relationships and performance (scorecards, business reviews, risk mitigation)

• Partner with engineering and project teams from early project phases; drive total-cost-of-ownership decisions

• Negotiate equipment, EPC and installation contracts; manage contractual risk with Legal

To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications/ experience:

• Ideally 8+ years of strategic sourcing / category management experience

• Capex/capital-projects sourcing experience in an industrial environment; contract-risk management expertise

• Strong negotiation, analytical and cost-modelling skills; contract management experience

• Ability to work in a global matrix organization; fluent English

Total Benefits

Webelievethatouremployeesareourgreatestasset,andwe'recommittedtoprovidingthemwiththeresourcestheyneedtobesuccessful.Ifyou'relookingforarewardingcareerwithacompanythatcaresaboutitsemployees,thenARBEXistheplaceforyou.

• Market-leading pension contribution.

• Bonus scheme.

• Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximise health care options and stretch pounds when caring for yourself or dependents.

• Private Medical Insurance, great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options.

• Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.

• Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.

Flex That WorksatARBEX

We believegreat workhappens when people come together with purpose.That’swhy we offer a flexible work model that blends remote work with intentional in-person collaboration — helping you connect, grow, and innovate whilemaintainingthe balance you value.

ForARBEX to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands thatshape the future of tissue and hygiene, which is whyweseek to build a workforce that encompassesthe experiences of our consumers.When you bring your original thinking toARBEX, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties,responsibilitiesand skillsrequiredfor this position.

Employment is subject to verification of local policies.

This role is available for local candidates already authorised to work in the role’s country only. ARBEX will not provide relocation support for this role.

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