Global Category Manager – Logistics (Inbound Freight)
UK-Based | Hybrid/Remote | Global Scope
£60k - £70K + Bonus + Car Allowance
To apply please contact at JobsAV@bramwithconsulting.co.uk
We’re partnering with a global manufacturing leader on a newly created role that places you at the forefront of strategic transformation. As Global Category Manager – Logistics, you’ll take full ownership of inbound material freight strategy and spend across international manufacturing sites - including the UK, US, China, France, Italy, Brazil, and India.
This role is about strategic category leadership, stakeholder influence, and commercial delivery - within a complex, decentralised environment.
Role Responsibilities:
You’ll be responsible for consolidating and optimising freight operations across all modes of transport. Key accountabilities include:
* Developing and executing global freight strategies for inbound material movement
* Negotiating supplier contracts and pricing agreements across a diverse lane network
* Driving year-on-year savings and establishing clear governance and approval frameworks
* Leading cross-site collaboration to bring cohesion to fragmented processes
* Monitoring and managing expedited/air freight usage and cost trends
* Building and maintaining strong strategic supplier relationships
* Supporting the broader indirects agenda (e.g. Travel, IT, Capex) over time
This is the first step toward creating a more centralised, strategic approach to indirect procurement across the group.
Required Skillset:
This role suits a logistics or indirect procurement professional with the confidence and commercial acumen to lead complex change.
Key experience includes:
* A strong background in freight, logistics, or commodity category management
* Demonstrated success in supplier negotiation, cost control, and cross-site strategy rollout
* The ability to navigate ambiguity, extract and analyse data, and align stakeholders
* Experience in a global matrix organisation, ideally in manufacturing or industrial sectors
* High-level communication, influencing, and project management capability (PMP a plus)
* Proficiency in SAP, Excel, and procurement tools
Why This Role?
* Global responsibility – influence across 7 countries
* Greenfield scope – shape a category strategy from the ground up
* Real impact – directly affect freight spend, supplier base, and sustainability
* Career progression – potential to grow a team and broaden your category portfolio
If you’re a commercially minded logistics leader ready to take ownership on a global stage, get in touch confidentially to learn more.