Global Category Manager — Industrial Services & Travel

Smiths Group plc.; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent training

Career growth opportunities

Flexible benefits

Job summary

A global security technology company is seeking a talented Category Manager for Industrial Services and Travel & Expenses. This role requires expertise in indirect procurement and strategic sourcing to optimize performance across multiple regions. You will develop and execute category strategies, manage supplier relationships, and lead sourcing initiatives in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a results-driven mindset, strong stakeholder management skills, and a collaborative approach to procurement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in indirect procurement and category management.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing processes and contract management.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop global and regional category strategies.
• Lead supplier evaluations and contract management.
• Drive cost savings and supplier-led innovation.

Skills

Indirect procurement

Category management

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Tools

e-sourcing tools

Spend analytics

Job description

A global security technology company is seeking a talented Category Manager for Industrial Services and Travel & Expenses. This role requires expertise in indirect procurement and strategic sourcing to optimize performance across multiple regions. You will develop and execute category strategies, manage supplier relationships, and lead sourcing initiatives in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a results-driven mindset, strong stakeholder management skills, and a collaborative approach to procurement.