Strategic Indirect Procurement Category Manager

Harrods Careers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury retail company is seeking a Procurement Category Manager to lead the management of indirect spend across multiple categories. This role involves developing and executing category strategies, strong negotiation, and building supplier relationships to optimise value. The ideal candidate will have a strategic mindset and experience in complex procurement management, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. An excellent benefits package including a generous pension scheme and discounts is offered.

Benefits

Generous company pension

Private medical insurance

25 days' holiday

Birthday off

Up to 33% in-store discount

Season ticket loan

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing complex procurement categories.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities to identify savings opportunities.
• Ability to communicate confidently with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category plans for cost optimisation.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers.
• Execute core procurement processes including RFIs/RFPs and contract negotiation.
• Influence senior stakeholders to align strategies with business needs.
• Deliver savings targets across CAPEX and OPEX categories.

Skills

Category management

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Supplier relationship management

Job description

A luxury retail company is seeking a Procurement Category Manager to lead the management of indirect spend across multiple categories. This role involves developing and executing category strategies, strong negotiation, and building supplier relationships to optimise value. The ideal candidate will have a strategic mindset and experience in complex procurement management, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. An excellent benefits package including a generous pension scheme and discounts is offered.