Category Transformation Lead

2 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Arup Full time
About the Opportunity

We are seeking a seasoned Category Transformation Lead to drive strategic procurement within our Professional Services category. This role will involve leading procurement activity, developing global and local strategies to deliver cost improvements, efficiency, and value. The successful candidate will have a strong background in procurement, negotiation, and supplier relationship management.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute global and local procurement strategies to drive cost savings and improve efficiency
  • Lead and support procurement projects, negotiations, and supplier relationships
  • Build strong partnerships across the business, utilizing data insights to inform decisions and track progress

The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience within the professional services category, knowledge of best practice approaches to procurement, and strong negotiation skills. We offer a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $180,000 per annum, depending on experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.



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