Procurement Specialist - Interim

B. Braun Group; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Discretionary annual bonus scheme

7% employer pension contribution

3x Salary life assurance

Group income protection scheme

Enhanced sick pay and family friendly

Health and wellbeing programme

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

B. Braun Medical Ltd. is seeking a commercially focused Category Specialist on an interim basis to lead end-to-end procurement across the UK and globally. The role balances on-site and home-based work, with oversight of contracts, supplier performance, and value delivery.

You will shape category strategy, analyse data to identify opportunities, and collaborate with stakeholders to drive savings while ensuring compliance and efficient processes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to deliver commercial value.
• Experience managing contracts and supplier relationships end-to-end.
• Confident communicator, able to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and drive cost-saving opportunities.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• A proactive, solution-focused mindset with a drive for continuous improvement.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and compliance.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and procurement systems.

Responsibilities

• Contract Governance & Compliance - Develop and manage contracts in line with policies, ensuring audit readiness.
• Performance & Value Delivery - Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and deliver cost savings and improvements.
• Data, Analysis & Reporting - Conduct market, spend and demand analysis to identify opportunities and report savings.
• Procurement Operations & Process Improvement - Ensure compliance with procurement systems and improve ways of working.
• Global Collaboration - Support global procurement initiatives and share insights with regional/international teams.

Skills

Sourcing/Category management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Contract management

Cost savings

Compliance awareness

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procurement systems

Job description

Your Role

We’re seeking a commercially focused Category Specialist to join us on an interim basis to manage sourcing and contracts across your category. You’ll lead end to end procurement activity, working with internal stakeholders and suppliers to deliver value, ensure compliance, and support strategic procurement initiatives across the UK and globally.

Working hours

37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday (Hybrid, two days at home and three days on‑site)

Location:

Thorncliffe Park, Sheffield, S35 2PW - located just off Junction 35A of the M1. We offer free car parking.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Contract Governance & Compliance - Develop and manage contracts in line with legal, regulatory, and internal procurement policies, ensuring audit readiness and adherence to processes
• Performance & Value Delivery - Monitor supplier performance against KPIs, drive accountability, and deliver cost savings, value, and service improvements
• Data, Analysis & Reporting - Conduct market, spend, and demand analysis to identify opportunities; track and report savings, cost movements, and performance metrics
• Procurement Operations & Process Improvement - Ensure compliance with procurement systems and processes, supporting efficient purchasing and identifying opportunities to improve ways of working
• Global Collaboration - Support global procurement initiatives and work with regional and international teams to share insight and drive category strategy

What You Need To Succeed

• Proven experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to deliver commercial value
• Experience managing contracts and supplier relationships end-to-end
• Confident communicator, able to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and drive cost‑saving opportunities
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• A proactive, solution‑focused mindset with a drive for continuous improvement
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and compliance
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and procurement systems

What You Get In Return

• 27 days annual leave
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme
• 7% employer pension contribution
• 3x Salary life assurance
• Group income protection scheme
• Enhanced sick pay and family friendly payments
• Health and wellbeing programme
• Employee assistance programme
• And much more...

At B. Braun, we believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone - regardless of background, identity, or ability - feels valued, respected and empowered.

Our recruitment practices reflect this commitment, ensuring equal opportunities for all.

Our Recruitment Advisors are happy to support you with any questions or specific needs, you can find their contact details below. You can also request reasonable adjustments through our online form.

B. Braun Medical Ltd. | Sarona Perera | [e-mail]