Global Procurement Manager - Logisitcs

Bramwith Consulting; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Bramwith Consulting is seeking a Global Category Manager - Logistics to lead the inbound freight strategy for a global manufacturing client, influencing logistics across several countries. This role requires a strong background in procurement and logistics, emphasizing strategic leadership and stakeholder engagement to achieve significant cost savings and operational efficiency.

Benefits

Global scope and influence

Greenfield opportunity

Visible impact on logistics spend

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Confident logistics professional experienced in freight and indirect categories.
• Proven track record in negotiations and cost control.
• Strong data analysis and adaptability; excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement freight strategies across multiple transport modes.
• Lead negotiations with global freight providers to achieve cost savings.
• Streamline freight processes and build strategic relationships.

Skills

Negotiation

Cost Control

Stakeholder Management

Data Analysis

Communication

Project Management

Education

PMP Certification

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

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Global Procurement Manager - Logistics, London

Client: Bramwith Consulting

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 80cc7fbd161d

Job Views: 8

Posted: 16.07.2025

Expiry Date: 30.08.2025

Job Description:

Bramwith Consulting is working with a global manufacturing powerhouse to recruit a newly created position at the heart of their strategic transformation journey.

Position: Global Category Manager - Logistics

This role is responsible for managing the inbound material freight strategy across a network of international production sites in the UK, US, China, France, Italy, Brazil, and India. It focuses on strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, and commercial execution within a complex, decentralised environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designing and implementing freight strategies for inbound materials across multiple transport modes
• Leading negotiations with global freight providers
• Achieving cost savings and establishing governance structures
• Streamlining freight processes across international sites
• Managing air freight utilization and efficiency
• Building strategic relationships with logistics partners
• Supporting broader indirect procurement categories over time (e.g., Travel, IT, Capex)

This role is a step towards a more centralised, strategic procurement function within the organisation.

Your Profile:

We seek a confident, commercially savvy procurement or logistics professional experienced in freight, logistics, or indirect categories, with a proven track record in negotiations, cost control, and stakeholder management. Strong data analysis, adaptability, and experience in global manufacturing or industrial settings are essential. Excellent communication and project management skills are required; PMP certification is a plus. Proficiency in SAP, Excel, and procurement systems is also necessary.

Why Apply?

• Global scope: influence freight strategy across seven countries
• Greenfield opportunity: build and shape the function
• Visible impact: influence logistics spend, supplier performance, and sustainability
• Career growth: expand responsibilities and lead a team

If you are a commercially driven logistics expert ready to make an impact globally, contact us for a confidential discussion.