Global Indirect Procurement Lead

Global Indirect Procurement Lead - £90,000 - £95,000 + Car AllowanceLondon | Hybrid To apply contact Adam at a.venting@bramwith.comA global consumer goods organisation is looking to appoint a Global Indirect Procurement Lead to further develop its indirect procurement function across Europe.This is a broad, senior role with responsibility for transforming procurement from a largely tactical function into a more strategic business partner. You will take ownership of a varied indirect spend portfolio spanning Marketing, Logistics, MRO, Professional Services, Fleet, Capex and other corporate categories, while working closely with senior stakeholders across the Global business.The role will also lead a small procurement team, initially with two direct reports, and will play an important part in improving spend visibility, strengthening supplier management and building greater consistency across sourcing and procurement activity.Key responsibilities will include:Develop and deliver category strategies across a broad range of indirect spendLead complex sourcing programmes, supplier negotiations and contracting activityIdentify and deliver cost savings, efficiencies and wider commercial valueBuild and implement stronger Supplier Relationship Management frameworksImprove governance and visibility across indirect and tail spendPartner with senior stakeholders across Procurement, Finance, Supply Chain and the wider European leadership teamLead and develop a small team of procurement professionalsSupport wider procurement transformation and continuous improvement initiativesThe successful candidate will ideally bring:Strong experience across indirect procurement and category managementA track record of managing complex sourcing and commercial negotiationsExperience operating across multiple European marketsStrong stakeholder management skills and the credibility to influence at senior levelPrevious experience leading or developing procurement teamsA background within FMCG or another fast-paced environment would be highly advantageousA commercial, strategic mindset with genuine experience improving procurement capability and ways of workingThe role is based in London with hybrid working, typically two days per week in the office, alongside occasional travel across Europe.Salary: £95,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits