Job Description
Senior Global Category Manager – Utilities | Procurement of Energy, PPA's, Electricity, Renewables, Water, Fuel | £Multi-Billion Fortune 500 Brand | £92,000 + 10% Bonus & Strong Wider Benefits | West London, Surrey, Berkshire (Hybrid)
To apply, please send your CV to jobsoe@bramwithconsulting.co.uk.
Are you an accomplished senior procurement professional with expertise in energy, utilities, and corporate services procurement? This is a high-impact opportunity to join a globally operating, £multi-billion Fortune 500 organization, taking strategic ownership of energy & utilities procurement across global markets while supporting ambitious Net Zero & Sustainability targets.
As Senior Global Category Manager, you’ll manage a significant multi-million-pound spend covering power purchase agreements, electricity, gas, water, fuels, and renewable energy. You’ll lead high-value negotiations, deliver innovative sourcing solutions, and optimise complex renewable contracts.
Operating in a lean, high-performing team, this is a hands-on, individual contributor role with direct exposure to senior stakeholders globally. You’ll influence strategic decisions, introduce new energy solutions, and deliver measurable commercial value.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead end-to-end sourcing and contract management of energy and utilities across global markets.
2. Manage retailer agreements, renewable power purchase agreements (PPAs), and initiatives to adopt new energy sources, fuels, and processes.
3. Ensure optimisation and compliance of recently signed renewable contracts to maximise commercial outcomes.
4. Partner with sustainability teams to achieve the company’s Net Zero goals.
5. Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies balancing operational needs with commercial priorities.
What You’ll Bring:
* Experience in energy, utilities, or corporate services procurement within a complex, multi-country environment.
* Strong negotiation, commercial acumen, and supplier relationship management skills.
* Experience leading complex source-to-contract processes, such as negotiating PPAs.
* Excellent stakeholder management skills, especially with senior leadership.
* Passion for sustainability, carbon reduction, and innovative energy & utilities sourcing.
* Degree-level education; CIPS qualification desirable.
This role offers a rare opportunity to combine strategic procurement leadership with environmental impact. You’ll work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, influencing senior stakeholders and driving transformation in a vital spend area.
If you’re ready to advance your procurement career, contact Oskar at jobsOE@bramwithconsulting.co.uk for a confidential discussion.
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