Indirect Category Manager - Strategic Proc Lead (Hybrid)

Arriva; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Arriva in Birmingham is seeking a Category Manager - Indirect to lead a small procurement team and shape value-driven strategies across indirect spend. You will own end-to-end procurement, from market engagement to contract award, ensuring governance and compliant processes within the UK transport sector.

The role focuses on delivering value for money, supplier relationship management and cost-saving opportunities, while partnering with stakeholders and Legal to protect commercial interests in a

Qualifications

• Proven experience compiling robust tender and commercial documentation.
• Experience running tenders and leading complex procurement activities.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of delivering successful commercial outcomes.
• Experience procuring direct and indirect goods and services–ideally within IT, rail or transport environments.
• Membership of CIPS (or working towards it).

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a small team while reporting into the Head of Procurement & Property.
• Implement and continuously improve procurement processes to ensure smooth, compliant operations across the business.
• Shape procurement strategies that deliver value for money, including opportunities such as supplier consolidation and innovation.
• Build and maintain an aligned, forward-looking procurement pipeline to meet business needs.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand their needs and help identify best-fit solutions.

Job description

Arriva in Birmingham is seeking a Category Manager - Indirect to lead a small procurement team and shape value-driven strategies across indirect spend. You will own end-to-end procurement, from market engagement to contract award, ensuring governance and compliant processes within the UK transport sector.

The role focuses on delivering value for money, supplier relationship management and cost-saving opportunities, while partnering with stakeholders and Legal to protect commercial interests in a