Global Content Creation Category Leader (Hybrid)

Cambridge University Press & Assessment (CUPA); Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Private medical

Discretionary annual bonus

Group personal pension

Life assurance

Green travel schemes

Job summary

Cambridge University Press & Assessment, Cambridge, UK, is seeking a Global Category Manager - Content Creation to lead a global category strategy across a significant spend area. You will influence senior stakeholders, shape sourcing programs from concept to contract, and deliver measurable commercial benefits in a fast-moving, content-focused environment.

The role requires a track record in Content Creation procurement, strong negotiation and relationship management, and experience working

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex sourcing activities and managing strategic supplier relationships.
• Strong commercial, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience across global markets with international supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering the global Content Creation category strategy.
• Leading strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives from concept to contract.
• Building strong relationships with stakeholders and strategic suppliers globally.
• Identifying and delivering cost savings, value creation, and performance improvements.
• Providing market intelligence and insight on trends, technologies, and emerging risks.
• Supporting transformation and continuous improvement through innovation, automation, and AI-enabled solutions.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Education

CIPS qualification or working towards

Job description

Cambridge University Press & Assessment, Cambridge, UK, is seeking a Global Category Manager - Content Creation to lead a global category strategy across a significant spend area. You will influence senior stakeholders, shape sourcing programs from concept to contract, and deliver measurable commercial benefits in a fast-moving, content-focused environment.

The role requires a track record in Content Creation procurement, strong negotiation and relationship management, and experience working