Global Category Manager to Catalyst Technologies
Location: UK, Europe
World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a Global Category Manager, you’ll contribute to JM’s mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.
The role:
As a Global Category Manager to Catalyst Technologies, you will help drive our goals by:
1. Lead sourcing and procurement for heavy industrial projects, managing high-value packages, negotiating cost savings, mitigating supply risks, and conducting market analysis.
2. Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, ensuring performance, compliance, continuous improvement, and alignment with sustainability goals.
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on CAPEX projects, procurement planning, budgeting, and communication with leadership and category managers.
4. Drive cost savings and process improvements through best practices, supplier risk management, and efficient use of procurement systems and tools.
Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:
5. Extensive procurement experience in capital project management within industrial or construction environments, with strong knowledge of technical RFQs and cost breakdown structures.
6. Skilled in leading complex contract negotiations across technical, commercial, and legal domains.
7. Strong technical understanding of industrial equipment and systems (mechanical, electrical, automation), with a proven track record in supplier relationship management.
8. Proficiency in procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Coupa is a plus) Microsoft Office
Up to 30% travel to JM locations and supplier offices is required for this role
Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!
What we offer:
We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:
9. Retirement savings
10. Share plans
11. Saving accounts
12. Life Assurance and Income Protection
13. Medical plans / health assessments
14. Fitness discounts
Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!
At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.
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Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.
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