Global Category Manager – Procurement

Videndum plc; Bury St Edmunds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international group is seeking a Global Category Manager – Procurement to develop strategies for optimizing value across their global supply chain. This role involves driving procurement excellence and managing supplier relationships to ensure savings and quality. Candidates should have significant procurement experience, proven negotiation skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally. The position is based in Bury St Edmunds with a hybrid working model, requiring presence in the office three days a week after training.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Salary Sacrifice Pension

25 Days Holidays + Bank Holidays

Flexible Working Hours

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Benefits

Employees Sharesave Scheme

Volunteering Opportunities

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Free On-Site Parking and EV Charging

Qualifications

• Significant experience in procurement within an international environment.
• Proven track record of delivering cost savings.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global category strategies.
• Lead cross-functional teams in sourcing initiatives.
• Analyse market trends and supply risks.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication abilities

Education

Degree in Business or related field

Tools

e-sourcing platforms

Spend analytics

Job description

Videndum is an international group principally serving customers in the "image capture and content creation" market. Videndum manufactures and distributes technically advanced products which give broadcasters, film studios, video production companies and independent content creators total confidence in the production equipment they depend upon to capture and share world class footage.

Our people are key to our future, and they are our number one priority. They make the difference not only by what they do, but by how they do it.

Role Summary:

The Global Category Manager – Procurement is responsible for developing and executing category strategies to optimise value delivery across the organisation’s global supply chain. This role will drive procurement excellence, lead cross‑functional teams, and manage supplier relationships to ensure cost savings, quality improvement, and risk mitigation in line with business objectives.

Work Location: Bury St Edmunds/Hybrid - 3 days a week (after initial training period) in the office at Bury St. Edmunds.

Main Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Develop and implement global category strategies to deliver value, cost savings, and innovation across the assigned procurement categories.
• Lead cross‑functional teams in sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, and contract management activities.
• Analyse market trends, supply risks, and spend data to identify and capture new opportunities.
• Manage supplier performance, conduct regular reviews, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment between procurement strategies and business needs.
• Support the development and implementation of sustainable and responsible sourcing practices.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of procurement processes, tools, and best practices.

Our Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Salary Sacrifice Pension
• 25 Days Holidays + Bank Holidays
• Flexible Working Hours
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Benefits
• Employees Sharesave Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities
• Fund Raising Events with our ESG programme - Action4Good
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Free On-Site Parking and EV Charging
• And lots more! Visit our Videndum Careers for more information.

Our goal is to create a gender and culturally diverse workforce as we believe this is critical to our success. We are committed to attracting, developing, growing and retaining a diverse workforce. Talk to us about your flexible working aspirations - we're open to flexible hours to fit around family commitments.

Knowledge and Skills:

Essential:

• Significant experience in procurement, category management, or strategic sourcing in an international environment.
• Proven track record of delivering cost savings, value creation, and supplier innovation.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with experience working in cross‑functional and multicultural teams.
• Passion for procurement excellence and global collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, global environment.
• Proficiency in procurement tools and systems (e.g., e‑sourcing platforms, spend analytics).
• Fluency in English; additional languages are an advantage.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required.
• ESG as a key performance measure within our business. We are looking for individuals who share our commitment to supporting our environment, our communities, promoting diversity and operating ethically in everything we do.

Desirable:

• SharePoint knowledge
• Professional certifications such as CIPS or equivalent
• Demonstrated track record in process improvement initiatives
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new systems and methodologies
• Significant experience of industry standard fully integrated ERP systems. IFS experience desired.

Please note that this job description is not an exhaustive list of the duties that you may be required to perform, and the company reserves the right to make amendments to the job description at any time, which may include adding or removing items from the list of duties outlined above.

Education and Qualifications:

• Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Videndum Mindset:

Our commitment is founded on a set of core values that form the Videndum Mindset:

• Exceptional Product Performance
• Customer Focus
• Leading a Fast Changing Market
• Global Capability
• Transparency, Integrity and Respect
• Environmental Consciousness

Health and Safety

All employees are expected to take care for their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions in accordance with the Company health and safety policy by using correct tools, processes and Personal protective equipment and not perform any function unless appropriately trained and authorised.

Our approach to diversity follows a strict policy of sourcing the best person for the role irrespective of race, gender, age, religion, sexual preference, or disability. Our Code of Conduct sets out an express prohibition on discrimination of any kind.