Strategic Indirect Procurement Lead – Hybrid

Marshalls PLC; Elland; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building and landscaping products supplier is seeking a Procurement Category Manager to manage indirect categories, overseeing a significant budget. The role involves strategically sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and driving best practices within procurement while ensuring sustainable practices. Ideal candidates will possess strong problem-solving and project management skills along with a commitment to ethical supplier relationships. This position offers hybrid working options and various benefits, including professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid working with 2 days a week in the office

Company Car Allowance

Guaranteed Christmas holidays

Development and training opportunities for CIPS qualifications

34 days annual leave including bank holidays

Health care cash plan

Enhanced family leave policies

5% employer matched pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discounts

Wellbeing Centre

Share purchase scheme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in managing suppliers, negotiation, tendering, e‑auctions, sourcing, and contract development.
• Ability to travel to group suppliers and sites around the UK.
• Willingness to develop strong working relationships at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of indirect categories, ensuring cost-saving opportunities.
• Lead the development and negotiation of contracts with suppliers.
• Collaborate with internal functions to drive procurement leadership.

Skills

Problem solving and analysis skills

Commercial awareness

Project management experience

Excellent personal leadership skills

Excellent numerical, communication, influence and decision-making skills

Education

CIPS qualifications up to level 6

Job description

A leading building and landscaping products supplier is seeking a Procurement Category Manager to manage indirect categories, overseeing a significant budget. The role involves strategically sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and driving best practices within procurement while ensuring sustainable practices. Ideal candidates will possess strong problem-solving and project management skills along with a commitment to ethical supplier relationships. This position offers hybrid working options and various benefits, including professional development opportunities.