This role is a 12-month fixed-term opportunity to join Sea Global as an Indirect Procurement Category Manager.
Overview
Location: Birmingham – Hybrid (3 days in office)
Salary & Benefits: £70,000 - £85,000 + Bonus + Strong Pension Scheme + Life Assurance + Private Medical + 28 Days Holiday
Sea Global is partnering with a leading insurer with a multi-billion-pound global turnover. They seek a motivated procurement professional to join their team and drive indirect spend initiatives.
Responsibilities
* Collaborate with the Head of Procurement to design and implement effective procurement strategies.
* Support the procurement team with daily operations and critical initiatives.
* Develop and drive category and sub-category plans aligned with business objectives.
* Manage supplier relationships, including contract negotiation, risk mitigation, and performance monitoring through KPIs and SLAs.
* Build and nurture strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure seamless delivery.
Role & Qualifications
* Proven experience managing indirect procurement categories such as HR, Legal, Finance, Insurance, Travel, Facilities Management, or other Corporate Service areas.
* Solid knowledge of category management principles and best practices.
* Experience within a similar sector is a plus but not essential.
* Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate across all levels.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time (12-month fixed term)
Job function
* Purchasing and Supply Chain
* Industries: Staffing and Recruiting
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