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Indirect Category Lead A strategic procurement and category management role, leading indirect spend, sourcing, supplier management, contracts, compliance and stakeholder engagement across a complex organisation. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Procurement Manager, Strategic Sourcing Manager, Category Lead, Senior Buyer, Procurement Specialist SALARY: Competitive + Benefits LOCATION: Plymouth, Devon, South West England (PL1) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Indirect Category Lead with strong procurement, category management, sourcing, supplier management and commercial contracting experience. As an Indirect Category Lead you will lead indirect goods and services spend, creating category strategies, delivering value, reducing supply chain risk and supporting business-wide compliance. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, the Indirect Category Lead will manage RFx activity, supplier performance, contract lifecycle, spend analysis and continuous improvement across key indirect categories. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as the Indirect Category Lead include: Category Strategy: Create, recommend and execute category strategies aligned to business needs and budget owner requirements Indirect Spend Management: Manage total indirect supplier spend, identifying opportunities to deliver sustainable hard and soft benefits Sourcing Activity: Create and deliver RFx activity in line with category strategies, value plans and procurement processes Supplier Negotiation: Negotiate with suppliers to achieve best value, commercial outcomes, compliance and risk reduction Contract Management: Create, negotiate and recommend supplier contracts, managing the contract lifecycle, deliverables and dispute resolution Supplier Performance: Build strong supplier relationships, monitor service levels and support business continuity through proactive risk management Planning and Budgets: Review OPEX and CAPEX demand and supply requirements with stakeholders across different planning horizons Operational Escalations: Own and deliver resolution of operational performance and compliance escalations with budget owners Stakeholder Collaboration: Work collaboratively with departments including Facilities, Legal, Finance, Engineering, Planning, Logistics and Production Compliance: Ensure suppliers operate in line with organisational policies, procedures, code of conduct and performance requirements CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS Indirect Category Management: Previous experience in indirect category management within a complex organisation Procurement Knowledge: Strong understanding of procurement, commercial, sourcing, contracting and compliance processes Manufacturing or Engineering Background: Experience within manufacturing, engineering services or a similar operational environment would be beneficial Professional Knowledge: Business, engineering or procurement qualification, or equivalent demonstrated knowledge, with CIPS desirable Project Management: Experience managing procurement projects, category plans, budgets and supplier-related initiatives Analytical Skills: Performance and data driven with good analytical skills and the ability to make informed commercial decisions Systems Skills: Confident using S2P systems, facilities solutions and Microsoft applications including Excel and Word Continuous Improvement: Experience applying continuous improvement methodologies to improve value, performance and compliance Stakeholder Management: Able to lead, collaborate and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels Positive Approach: Brings a positive mindset, uses data to inform decisions and focuses on achieving measurable results BENEFITS 4.5 day working week Employee discount at local businesses Perks through local sports club partners On-site parking HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV's of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P14781 Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Plymouth, Devon, South West England. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. AWD-IN-SPJ

Senior Buyer - Indirect Procurement Scotstoun 6-Month Contract 37 Hours Per Week Hybrid Working - 2-3 Days Onsite £29 per hour PAYE / £38.97 per hour Umbrella (Inside IR35) We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to join the Indirect Procurement Services team at BAE Systems. This is an exciting opportunity to support strategic sourcing and category management activities across key CAPEX and indirect procurement projects within a global defence organisation. The Role Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will play a key role in delivering procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships and supporting procurement excellence across the business. Key Responsibilities Support the development and execution of sourcing and category strategies Manage RFQ/tender processes and supplier negotiations Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers Drive value through effective category, risk and opportunity management Support procurement pipeline visibility and compliance activities Identify and implement process improvements and best practice initiatives About You You will have: Proven procurement experience within indirect procurement or category management Strong experience managing RFQ/tender processes and supplier negotiations Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving capability Experience delivering cost-effective sourcing strategies and supplier performance management Desirable Experience procuring Plant & Equipment and/or minor construction projects CIPS Level 5 qualification (or working towards) Experience leading or mentoring team members Why Join? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and globally recognised organisation, working on complex procurement activities within a highly professional and supportive environment. Please note: Due to the nature of the work, successful applicants will be required to meet BPSS/security clearance requirements.

We are seeking a commercially driven Category Manager to lead our client's procurement strategy across IT, Marketing, and HR . Your goal will be to maximise ROI by sourcing high-value goods and services that align with the long-term roadmap. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with internal leads to define and deliver medium-to-long-term requirements. Lead the full procurement lifecycle, from RFI/RFQ to final contract execution. Cultivate supplier relationships that prioritise innovation, best practices, and continuous improvement. Negotiate robust contracts that secure best-in-class value while mitigating commercial risk. About You: You are a strategic negotiator with deep expertise in the IT and professional services markets. Proven track record as a Senior Buyer/IT Category Management. CIPS qualification is advantageous. Strong analytical ability to evaluate complex costs and draft airtight supplier agreements. A proactive, "can-do" approach with the ability to manage multiple high-priority projects in a fast-paced, transformative environment. Details: Title: Category Manager Salary: up to £60,000 DOE Location: Aylesbury, (2 days office based) Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Senior Buyer - Services & Contracts 2 year contract role Pratap Partnership is excited to present an opportunity for a experienced Senior Buyer to join a leading organisation based in Castleford, with a flexible hybrid working model across West and South Yorkshire. This is a fantastic contract role initially for two years, ideal for professionals looking to make an impact within a dynamic procurement team. Benefits include: Generous pension scheme 25 days holiday + bank holidays Employee Assistance Programme About the Role: Work within a large, established procurement team dedicated to sourcing services for engineering, infrastructure projects, and subcontractor services. Lead strategic procurement processes and category management activities, contributing significantly to the company's procurement strategy. Support purchase to pay transformation initiatives, improving efficiency and compliance in procurement operations. Manage high-value contracts with spend levels reaching into multi-million-pound territories, ensuring value for money and risk mitigation. Operate in a regulated procurement environment, adhering to industry standards and compliance requirements. Candidate Requirements: Previous experience as a Senior Buyer , Procurement Specialist, or in a similar purchasing role. Proven track record managing large-scale contracts and high procurement spend. Experience in strategic procurement, category management, or related disciplines. Experience working within regulated environments, ensuring adherence to procurement standards and compliance.

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies. Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support our clients. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed. On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs we are looking for a number of Senior Strategic Buyers for a 24 months contract based in Derby. Please note this position is going to be hybrid. Job description - the role Purpose of the role: In this dynamic role, you'll be at the forefront of creating our procurement strategies, selecting top tier suppliers, negotiating optimal deals, finalising contracts, and managing the contracts to ensure a high performing supply chain which is vital to our business performance and overall success. What you'll do: Developing and leading sourcing activities from proposal to contract signature, to include negotiation, performing cost analysis by creating Total Cost or Acquisition/ Product Cost Lifecycle Models, and building business cases to select high performing suppliers that meet the client's cost, quality, delivery, sustainability, management, and technology objectives. Leading contract management, including drafting, negotiating, and finalising agreements with suppliers to ensure compliance and optimise terms. Managing the process of Identifying, assessing, and mitigating commercial risks within the supply chain to ensure continuity and resilience. Working with the relevant functions and stakeholders to lead and contribute to building and maintaining category strategies within the designated category to draw value for the client, whilst keeping up to date with key market trends and technologies. Managing supplier relationships and in contract supplier management, including supplier performance management, leading cost reduction activities, and resolving commercial issues. The skills you'll need: A degree in a relevant field or CIPS qualification Experience of working as a Senior Strategic Buyer Regulated or complex industry Demonstrating strong experience in strategic sourcing Managing supplier relationships and in-contract supplier management. You will need to have an understanding of risk management and building a resilient supply chain. Proven track record of successful negotiations, coupled with strong commercial and financial skills with an understanding of Total Cost of Acquisition/Product Cost Lifecycles and associated levers/analytics. Excellent communication, influencing, relationship management skills with focus on drawing value for the company. Passion to drive change and make a difference combined with ability to solve complex problems, demonstrating digital awareness and analytical capability. Experience of reviewing and drafting contracts. Next steps We will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model. If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course. AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business