Procurement Category Manager

4 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom GKN Aerospace Full time

GKN Aerospace is a leading manufacturer of aerospace components, offering a wide range of products and services to customers worldwide.

The estimated salary for this role is $120,000 - $180,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

As a Procurement Category Manager at GKN Aerospace, you will be responsible for developing and implementing commodity strategies that leverage the company's spend to deliver significant annual improvements in cost and service levels.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Developing and implementing commodity strategies
  • Managing corporate contracts at regional and global levels
  • Coordinating implementation of contracts through the P2P function at sites and managing compliance
  • Managing cross-functional stakeholder teams to identify business needs and implement contracts that support business requirements

You will have the opportunity to work with senior management to communicate and gain buy-in/support to commodity strategies. Additionally, you will provide analysis and information to senior management on plans and benefits of actions.

This role requires a proven ability to steer the long-term direction of professional services procurement and category management, aligning initiatives with the firm's strategic goals.

A strong understanding of procurement activities within commodities of responsibility, including finance, legal, auditing, accountancy, and engineering consultancy, is essential for this role.

If you are a skilled negotiator with extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.



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