Indirect Category Lead

JR United Kingdom; Dewsbury; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry is seeking an Indirect Category Lead to manage indirect spend across various functions. This role involves strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and delivering significant cost savings. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in indirect procurement, strong negotiation skills, and a proven track record of driving value across business functions.

Benefits

Hybrid Working - Office Tues, Weds, Thurs, Remote Mon, Fri

Opportunity to shape and lead indirect category strategy

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in indirect procurement in a UK business.
• Proven track record in cost savings and supplier management.
• Experience of running tenders.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end sourcing processes and develop category strategies.
• Identify and deliver cost savings through data analysis.
• Manage supplier performance and relationships.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder Engagement

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

CIPS Level 4 or 5 qualification

Tools

SAP Ariba

Coupa

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Indirect Category Lead, up to £50K, close to Dewsbury

Are you a strategic thinker with a knack for procurement and a passion for driving value across business functions?

My Client a well established, National business, a leader in their niche in the construction industry and owned by an international family owned company in more than 50 countries worldwide, is looking for an experienced Indirect Category Lead to take the reins of their indirect spend management and make a measurable impact on their fast paced, growing business.

About the Role

As the Indirect Category Lead, you’ll be responsible for managing and optimising spend across Operations IT, Marketing, Professional Services, HR, Facilities, and Travel.

You’ll lead sourcing initiatives, build strategic supplier relationships, and deliver cost savings—all while ensuring procurement drives real value across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end sourcing processes (RFx, supplier evaluation, negotiation, contracting)
• Develop and implement multi-year category strategies and sourcing roadmaps
• Identify and deliver cost savings through data analysis, demand management, and supplier consolidation
• Manage supplier performance and relationships to ensure high service levels and innovation
• Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to understand business needs and translate them into procurement strategies
• Ensure compliance with ESG, governance, and risk management frameworks

What You'll Impact

• Direct Influence on Company Spend: Responsible for managing significant portions of the company’s indirect spend (e.g., IT, Marketing, Professional Services, Facilities) - £20m addressable spend
• Cost Savings Delivery: Expected to identify and deliver 2.5 - 5% annual savings through strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and demand management
• Risk, Compliance & Governance: Establishing scorecards, business reviews, and performance improvement plans. Driving ESG Compliance. Ensuring suppliers meet environmental and social responsibility standards.
• Process Standardisation: Drives harmonisation of procurement processes across business units, reducing maverick spend and duplication.
• Impact on Profitability: By optimising indirect spend, the role directly contributes to EBITDA improvement

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in indirect procurement in a UK business
• Proven track record in cost savings, process improvements, and supplier management
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills
• Analytical and data-driven decision-making ability
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Experience of running tenders
• Familiarity with SAP Ariba, Coupa, or similar procurement platforms
• The right to work in the UK (Sponsorship is not being offered)

Preferred:

• 5+ years of experience in indirect procurement in a UK construction business
• Experience in a multi-site organisation
• CIPS Level 4 or 5 qualification

What You'll Get

• Opportunity to shape and lead indirect category strategy
• Collaborate with dynamic teams across a growing business
• Hybrid Working - Office Tues, Weds, Thurs, Remote Mon, Fri

If you can demonstrate the attributes that my Client is looking for, do not delay!Applywith your CV now! (Your CV should demonstrateexamples of cost savings and how you have positively impacted profitability through your career).

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Indirect Category Lead, up to £50K, close to Dewsbury