Global Procurement Manager - Logisitcs

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing powerhouse seeks a Global Procurement Manager to lead logistics strategy across multiple countries. The role focuses on managing inbound freight strategies and supplier negotiations. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in logistics and strong analytical abilities. This position offers a greenfield opportunity to influence the function's direction and achieve significant career growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in freight, logistics, or indirect category management.
• Strong track record in supplier negotiations, cost control, and cross-functional delivery.
• Ability to analyse complex data, manage ambiguity, and align global stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Designing and delivering freight strategies for inbound materials.
• Leading commercial negotiations across diverse global freight lanes.
• Managing air freight utilisation and driving efficiency across expedited shipping.

Skills

Freight management

Supplier negotiations

Cost control

Cross-functional delivery

Data analysis

Project management

Communication skills

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

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Client:

Bramwith Consulting

Location:

london, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

04.08.2025

Expiry Date:

18.09.2025

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Job Description:

We're working with a global manufacturing powerhouse to recruit a newly created position that sits at the heart of their strategic transformation journey.As Global Category Manager - Logistics, you'll be the driving force behind the inbound material freight strategy, managing spend across a network of international production sites in the UK, US, China, France, Italy, Brazil, and India.This is a high-impact role focused on strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, and commercial execution within a complex, decentralised environment.
Key Responsibilities:
This role is all about bringing cohesion and control to freight operations across a global footprint. Core responsibilities include:Designing and delivering freight strategies for inbound materials across multiple transport modesLeading commercial negotiations across diverse global freight lanesDelivering consistent cost savings while embedding clear governance structuresCollaborating with international sites to unify and streamline freight processesManaging air freight utilisation and driving efficiency across expedited shippingDeveloping strategic relationships with key logistics partnersSupporting broader indirect categories over time (e.g. Travel, IT, Capex)This opportunity represents the first move toward a more centralised, strategic procurement function across the organisation.
Your Profile:
We're looking for a confident and commercially astute procurement or logistics professional who thrives in dynamic, change-driven environments.You will bring:Proven experience in freight, logistics, or indirect category managementA strong track record in supplier negotiations, cost control, and cross-functional deliveryThe ability to analyse complex data, manage ambiguity, and align global stakeholdersExperience working within matrixed, global manufacturing or industrial businessesExcellent communication, influencing, and project management skills (PMP a plus)Strong proficiency in SAP, Excel, and procurement systems
Why Apply?
Global scope - Shape freight strategy across seven countriesGreenfield opportunity - Build the function and influence its directionVisible impact - Directly affect logistics spend, supplier performance, and sustainability outcomesCareer growth - Potential to expand your remit and grow a teamIf you're a commercially driven logistics expert ready to make your mark on a global scale, get in touch for a confidential discussion.