Strategic Category Lead – Sourcing & Supplier Strategy

Helios Towers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecom infrastructure company seeks a Category Lead – Procurement to oversee strategic sourcing and supplier management efforts. Reporting to the Group Procurement manager, this pivotal role drives the creation of Category Management plans, manages demands, and leads the bidding process. Ideal candidates should demonstrate expertise in procurement strategies and supplier engagement to effectively contribute to the company’s long-term objectives.

Responsibilities

• Authorising on demands and being accountable for the relevant sector.
• Driving the creation of Category Management plans.
• Leading the strategic sourcing process including bidder identification.
• Developing the market engagement strategy and supplier selection.

Job description

A leading telecom infrastructure company seeks a Category Lead – Procurement to oversee strategic sourcing and supplier management efforts. Reporting to the Group Procurement manager, this pivotal role drives the creation of Category Management plans, manages demands, and leads the bidding process. Ideal candidates should demonstrate expertise in procurement strategies and supplier engagement to effectively contribute to the company’s long-term objectives.