Global Category Manager, Procurement & Supplier Strategy

Equinix; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global digital infrastructure provider in Greater London seeks a Procurement Specialist to engage in business partnering and project execution. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in a technical field, ideally with experience in supply chain management and strong negotiation skills. Responsibilities include supplier management, cost savings initiatives, and ensuring procurement goals are met. This role is pivotal in driving value through strategic sourcing and supplier relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in construction-related project execution.
• Experience in commodity or supply chain management preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with large-scale industrial engineering programs.

Responsibilities

• Engage and collaborate with business teams for procurement execution.
• Negotiate and deliver cost savings opportunities.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships for improvement in cost, risk, and quality.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Project execution

Supplier management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering field

Master's degree or MBA

CIPS qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Coupa

Anaplan

Job description

A global digital infrastructure provider in Greater London seeks a Procurement Specialist to engage in business partnering and project execution. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in a technical field, ideally with experience in supply chain management and strong negotiation skills. Responsibilities include supplier management, cost savings initiatives, and ensuring procurement goals are met. This role is pivotal in driving value through strategic sourcing and supplier relationships.