Logistics Procurement Manager

1st Executive; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de renommée mondiale recherche un Logistics Category Manager pour rejoindre son équipe de Sourcing et Procurement. Dans ce rôle, vous serez chargé de développer des stratégies d'approvisionnement, de gérer des relations fournisseurs et d'améliorer la visibilité de la chaîne d'approvisionnement. Ce poste vous permettra d'avoir un impact significatif en collaborant avec des équipes internationales et en innovant au sein d'un environnement dynamique.

Qualifications

• Expérience en gestion de catégories stratégiques dans la logistique.
• Capacité à diriger des négociations d'approvisionnement multi-pays.
• Compréhension des concepts comme le coût total de possession et la modélisation des coûts.

Responsibilities

• Conduire des stratégies d'approvisionnement nationales et internationales.
• Gérer des relations commerciales avec les fournisseurs.
• Conseiller sur l'intégration des technologies pour améliorer la visibilité de la chaîne d'approvisionnement.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Stakeholder management

Cost management

Analytical skills

Risk management

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Ariba

Job description

Employer 1st Executive Location England, London Salary £70000 - £80000 per annum + full benefits package incl bonus Closing date 25 May 2025

I'm looking for a collaborative, curious, and commercially minded Logistics Category Manager to join a Global Sourcing & Procurement team.This role is your opportunity to make a real impact, shaping strategic sourcing across supply chain, logistics, and beyond. You'll partner with internal teams and external suppliers to implement smart, forward-thinking solutions that deliver measurable value - all while supporting the needs of a fast-paced, global business.

What you'll be doing:

Driving and executing international and national sourcing strategies across key spend categoriesLeading commercial supplier relationships with a strong focus on cost, quality, and risk trade-offsSupporting logistics operations including warehousing, transportation, inventory, and 3PL contract logisticsAdvising on software and tech integration to improve supply chain visibility and efficiencyPartnering with cross-functional teams across Europe and globally to deliver scalable sourcing solutionsDriving innovation, continuous improvement, and value creation through smart vendor partnerships

What you'll bring:

Experience in strategic category management across logistics or supply chain categoriesA track record of leading multi-country sourcing and contract negotiationsStrong commercial, analytical, and stakeholder management skillsKnowledge of sourcing tools like Oracle, SAP, Ariba, or similar platformsAn ability to spot trends, manage risks, and identify innovative sourcing opportunitiesConfidence in leading virtual, multicultural project teams and fostering collaborative successA practical understanding of concepts like total cost of ownership, cost modelling, and offshoringThis isn't just about procurement - it's about being part of a global team that champions smart, sustainable, and strategic thinking. If you're excited about delivering real-world impact in a people-first business, I'd love to chat.Ready to shape the future of sourcing? Apply now and bring your unique perspective to this role.

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