Indirect Procurement Category Lead — Hybrid (UK/EU)

Glanbia; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A nutrition-focused company in Edinburgh is seeking a skilled Procurement Category Manager to manage sourcing and category strategies for indirect procurement. You will ensure optimal vendor performance and collaborate with stakeholders to achieve procurement goals. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in a fast-paced FMCG environment, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in SAP and Excel. This role offers hybrid working arrangements and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangements

Discount on GPN products

Clear career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in a fast-paced environment in FMCG or technology.
• Experience in indirect procurement (Marketing & Logistics) desired.
• Ability to think strategically and contribute to the strategic business agenda.

Responsibilities

• Ensure correct sources of supply for Indirect products & services.
• Drive procurement category strategies and market dynamics expertise.
• Negotiate vendor contracts and manage supply base risk.

Skills

Proven procurement delivery and experience

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent negotiation and purchasing skills

Strong analytical approach to performance management

Education

Business related degree level

Relevant Purchasing Qualifications

Tools

SAP

PowerPoint

MS Excel

Ariba

Job description

A nutrition-focused company in Edinburgh is seeking a skilled Procurement Category Manager to manage sourcing and category strategies for indirect procurement. You will ensure optimal vendor performance and collaborate with stakeholders to achieve procurement goals. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in a fast-paced FMCG environment, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in SAP and Excel. This role offers hybrid working arrangements and opportunities for career development.