Global Category Manager - IT Procurement Job at Bramwith Consulting (London)

Procurement Category Manager – Global Transportation

Procurement Category Manager – Global Transportation will lead the global transp...

Location

United States , Lisle

Salary:

68000.00 - 102000.00 USD / Year

International

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of supply chain, engineering or manufacturing experience
Master's degree and no experience
At least 3 years of supply chain, engineering or manufacturing experience
Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States

Job Responsibility

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for global transportation, customs brokerage and global trade management to align with International’s business objectives
Lead strategic sourcing decisions for new scope as well as current business for improved cost, quality, or delivery opportunities
Establish business plans with VW and TRATON driving collaboration opportunities with sister brands
Research industry trends, benchmark data, and understand underlying cost drivers
Analyze category spend to identify and develop savings opportunities, and work with the logistics and procurement teams to develop cost budgets
Build strong strategic partnerships with suppliers to ensure that cost competitiveness, on time delivery, and service meet or exceed expectations
Drive compliance to International’s Sourcing Policy and VW processes
Focus on continuous improvement of current processes and systems

What we offer

Market-based compensation
Health benefits
401(k) match
Tuition assistance
EAP
Legal insurance
Employee discount program

Fulltime

Global Category Procurement Manager

A leading global real estate services firm is experiencing rapid growth and tran...

Location

United Kingdom , Glasgow

Salary:

50000.00 - 70000.00 GBP / Year

Bramwith Consulting

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Category management expertise in real estate procurement with deep facilities spend experience (hard/soft services)
Executive presence to influence senior stakeholders and drive category-leading sourcing solutions
Proven supplier-side delivery of real estate services with strong category performance metrics
MCIPS and degree preferred

Job Responsibility

Own category strategy development and execution for real estate/facilities spend (hard services, soft services: cleaning, catering, security, M&E)
Act as primary liaison between client, sourcing team, and business units for category performance and supplier management
Drive procurement category initiatives across client engagement, mobilization projects, and ongoing category performance optimization
Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, HR, and commercial teams to align category plans with business objectives

What we offer

Car Allowance
Excellent Benefits

Fulltime

Global Category Procurement Manager

A leading global real estate services firm is experiencing rapid growth and tran...

Location

United Kingdom , Glasgow

Salary:

50000.00 - 70000.00 GBP / Year

Bramwith Consulting

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Category management expertise in real estate procurement with deep facilities spend experience (hard/soft services)
Executive presence to influence senior stakeholders and drive category-leading sourcing solutions
Proven supplier-side delivery of real estate services with strong category performance metrics
MCIPS and degree preferred

Job Responsibility

Own category strategy development and execution for real estate/facilities spend (hard services, soft services: cleaning, catering, security, M&E)
Act as primary liaison between client, sourcing team, and business units for category performance and supplier management
Drive procurement category initiatives across client engagement, mobilization projects, and ongoing category performance optimization
Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, HR, and commercial teams to align category plans with business objectives

What we offer

Car Allowance
Excellent Benefits

Fulltime

Global Category Manager - IT & Telecom

The IT Category Manager’s main role is to independently create, manage and deplo...

Location

Hungary , Budapest

Salary:

Not provided

Trivium Packaging

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field
8-10 years of experience in strategic procurement, with a strong focus on indirect categories
Multiple years of experience in managing complex stakeholder environments
Reputable Negotiation Training Certification
Ability to develop high impact sourcing strategies
Solid analytical skills
Strong negotiating skills
Ability to develop actionable recommendations and implementation plans
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Strong management skills, with emphasis on people development

Job Responsibility

Accountable for ensuring delivery against the overall and individual Procurement Targets defined for the organisation and the assigned category
Accountable for consolidating supplier, market, category and internal business data and information to form the Category Strategy and run sourcing activities
Accountable for developing and implementing a cohesive, business-aligned long-term Category Strategy at both the category and sub-category level, in alignment with key senior stakeholders across all BUs and Divisions
Accountable for developing and communicating Category Plans for key areas of the category
Responsible for the communication of the final Category Strategy and Category Plans to the relevant stakeholders
Accountable for ensuring the resources, information and tools are in place for project execution throughout the category
Owns the key supplier relationship and defines governance process
Accountable for ensuring robust contractual arrangements are in place for the category
Accountable for the development of the “Category Playbook” to summarize the strategy, to communicate key contacts and suppliers and to guide the best practice approach to operational buying
Accountable for monitoring compliance and adherence to Trivium Procurement policies and procedures

What we offer

Flexibility and home office
Attractive yearly cafeteria
Comprehensive private medical health insurance
Free language courses
Soft & hard skill trainings
All You Can Move possibility
Inspiring office environment in a center location of Budapest
Exciting projects and challenges
Learn from charismatic, professional leaders
A company culture where we are proud of each other, and where fun and the attitude of giving back to our environment are highly appreciated

Global Sourcing IT Category Manager

This role ensures effective operation, strategic alignment, and integration of g...

Location

Mexico , Guadalajara

Salary:

Not provided

NTT DATA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum 8 years of experience in progressively challenging roles in supply chain management, strategic sourcing and/or category management with most experience within the broad Information Technology space
Minimum 3 years of experience in IT cloud sourcing & contracting
Experience in sourcing MSFT or AWS or GCP products and services at global level
Should have a fair understanding of MSFT or AWS or GCP contracting, product and services / support services terminologies
Must have hands-on experience managing a category of IT spend and delivery on a global or regional basis
Hands-on team member able to drive major, complex IT supply chain and/or cost reduction projects
Experience in supplier relationship / vendor management and conducting business reviews with suppliers
Manage contract life cycle and operation activities such amendment, target tracking, maintain records & hygiene in relevant project management system
Strong understanding of IT vendor sales and pricing models, as well as support and maintenance services
Must have demonstrated ability to effectively manage commercial and strategic relationships on a global basis with Tier-1 IT suppliers

Job Responsibility

Supporting and helping manage all elements of the strategy, which include reduce cost, improve operational performance, mitigate risk and improve the overall financial performance of NTT through its acquisition and management of IT assets
Managing the strategy on an on-going basis, ensuring it is communicated and adhered-to across all regions and Operating Companies
Assembling and leading cross-functional teams to drive the IT Supply Chain and Sourcing strategy
Partnering with stakeholders in the Operating Companies, Accounts, Delivery, Alliances and Global Procurement (GP) on IT cost savings and performance improvement initiatives
Analyzing spend, assessing current and changing market forces across the IT industry, and assessing current commercial arrangements across NTT to identify/drive improvement opportunities
Developing working relationships with key internal stakeholders to ensure IT requirements are defined and demand is accurately reflected
Partnering with NTT Operating Companies to drive improved operational performance – such as supply/demand planning, cycle times, forecasting, maintenance practices and contractual compliance

Fulltime

Global Sourcing IT Category Manager

The Global Sourcing IT Category Manager role at NTT focuses on optimizing IT sup...

Location

United States , Plano

Salary:

Not provided

NTT DATA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum 8 years of experience in progressively challenging roles in supply chain management, strategic sourcing and/or category management with most experience within the broad Information Technology space
Minimum 3 years of experience in IT cloud sourcing & contracting
Experience in sourcing MSFT or AWS or GCP products and services at global level
Should have a fair understanding of MSFT or AWS or GCP contracting, product and services / support services terminologies
Must have hands-on experience managing a category of IT spend and delivery on a global or regional basis
Hands-on team member able to drive major, complex IT supply chain and/or cost reduction projects
Experience in supplier relationship / vendor management and conducting business reviews with suppliers
Manage contract life cycle and operation activities such amendment, target tracking, maintain records & hygiene in relevant project management system
Strong understanding of IT vendor sales and pricing models, as well as support and maintenance services
Must have demonstrated ability to effectively manage commercial and strategic relationships on a global basis with Tier-1 IT suppliers

Job Responsibility

Ensures effective operation, strategic alignment, and integration of global sourcing and IT supply chain activities across all NTT Operating Companies
Carries accountability for the overall performance of the IT supply chain within NTT Global Sourcing
Responsible for executing business plans, delivering savings targets, and driving sourcing initiatives that support NTT’s global IT supply chain
Supports and helps implement the overarching sourcing strategy across NTT’s multi‑billion‑dollar annual spend in hardware, software, and related IT services
Ensuring that all sourcing activities align with NTT Global Sourcing priorities and broader corporate goals
Contributing to consistent, optimized, and strategically guided procurement practices across the organization
Responsible for supporting and helping manage all elements of the strategy, which include reduce cost, improve operational performance, mitigate risk and improve the overall financial performance of NTT through its acquisition and management of IT assets
Manage the strategy on an on-going basis, ensuring it is communicated and adhered-to across all regions and Operating Companies
Assembling and leading cross-functional teams to drive the IT Supply Chain and Sourcing strategy
Partner with stakeholders in the Operating Companies, Accounts, Delivery, Alliances and Global Procurement (GP) on IT cost savings and performance improvement initiatives

Global Category Manager - Clinical / Direct Procurement

Join a leading global organisation in the healthcare and life sciences sector as...

Location

Spain , Madrid

Salary:

55000.00 - 65000.00 GBP / Year

Bramwith Consulting

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in Clinical or R&D Procurement within pharma, biotech, healthcare, or other regulated industries
Strong hands-on expertise with RFP/RFI cycles, rate cards, MSAs, SOWs, and vendor negotiations with clinical suppliers or CROs
Ability to conduct market analysis, benchmark services, and manage supplier performance using KPIs
Excellent stakeholder engagement across cross-functional teams (Clinical Ops, QA, Regulatory, Legal, Finance, Technical)
Confidence with structured reporting, savings tracking, and procurement systems (e.g. Ariba, contract workflows, dashboards)
A proactive mindset for process improvement, simplification, and documentation consistency

Job Responsibility

Lead sourcing strategies from the organisation's Madrid hub, partnering with R&D, Clinical Operations, Legal, Finance, Regulatory, and Quality teams
Strengthen supplier relationships, implement governance frameworks, and embed consistency in sourcing standards and documentation
Influence strategy and implement sourcing frameworks across key areas including: Clinical trial services, CROs, and specialist providers
Biomarker, central lab, and bioanalytical services
Lab equipment, consumables, and scientific technology
Packaging, materials, and external manufacturing
Balance commercial value with compliance and quality outcomes - including GxP alignment, audit readiness, and risk management
Contribute to procurement governance and continuous improvement through reporting tools, dashboards, templates, benchmarking, and process optimisation

Fulltime

Global Procurement Manager – Procurement Operations – Liquid Dairy

This role has full supply assurance ownership, forecasting, escalation and suppo...

Location

United States , Chicago, Illinois; Purchase, New York; Plano, Texas

Salary:

106400.00 - 178100.00 USD / Year

Pepsico

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance or related field required
~7+ years of experience strategically sourcing ingredients or a similar category in a global FMCPG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) company
Project management experience – especially managing multiple, high profile projects
Procurement experience leading a category, sourcing, execution, business continuity planning, etc.
Experience and knowledge of a supply chain operation is preferred
Strong attention to detail and understanding of business prioritization
Strong leadership skills
Experience in contracting, risk management and strategy development and how this ties to supply chain operations
Proven track record in developing relationships with stakeholders to problem-solve raw material supply issues
Understanding how to operate in a matrix organization and ability to navigate and collaborate for success

Job Responsibility

Develop understanding and playbook for managing the complex liquid dairy category within supply assurance.
Properly communicate volume needs with suppliers with an understanding of total capacity of supplier base and needs of the plant locations.
Build and Leverage deep understanding of plant operations, external supplier capabilities and Procurement Category strategies to drive supply assurance and create/implement process improvements.
Prepare best practices playbook for alternative supply options when issues escalate. Be responsive and clear in communication through resolution of issues, providing regular updates to procurement and supply chain leadership.
Ensure delivery of key financial KPIs for supply assurance areas of ownership.
Partner with Operations/R&D/other functions to ensure key innovation projects launch successfully on time/within budgets.
Development and deployment of benchmarking and reporting scorecards to enable supplier improvement plans and drive efficiencies
Create and execute Business Continuity Plans to ensure continuous supply
Regular communication on raw material supply needs and potential gaps. Align Business Continuity plans to enable
Drive flawless innovation execution with procurement commercial readiness.

What we offer

Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 12% of annual salary paid out annually.
Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

Fulltime

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