Category Specialist (Indirect)

We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Procurement Category Specialist to join our client's global procurement team. In this role, you'll support strategic sourcing and supplier management initiatives across a range of indirect spend categories, helping to drive efficiency, cost savings, and value creation across the organisation.

You'll work closely with cross-functional and global teams, using data and insights to inform sourcing decisions, improve supplier performance, and enhance procurement processes. This is an exciting opportunity for someone ready to develop their career in strategic procurement within a dynamic, collaborative environment.

• Support the development and execution of sourcing strategies for indirect spend categories
• Partner with cross-functional and global stakeholders to align procurement goals and initiatives
• Analyze procurement and spend data to identify cost-saving opportunities and supplier performance trends
• Help maintain and optimise preferred supplier lists and related documentation
• Assist in supplier negotiations, contract management, and renewals
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives using data, technology, and automation tools
• Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers

Experience:

• Experience in procurement, sourcing, or supplier management (indirect spend preferred)
• Strong analytical and Excel skills, with the ability to interpret and present data insights
• Excellent negiotation experience
• A proactive and detail-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving skills
• Interest in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and process optimisation
• Familiarity with digital procurement tools or emerging technologies is a plus