Global Category Lead Capex Procurement

Vacancy: Global Category Lead – Capex Procurement Location: UK / Germany / Sweden / Italy Job Family: Procurement The Global Capex Category Lead is a new role to accelerate the capability uplift in the procurement of Engineering, Process Equipment and supporting Capital project delivery.This role bears responsibility for facilitating swift and dependable project execution while effectively navigating uncertainties. Some of its primary objectives is to achieve maximum value from third-party spending while operating within a finite funding framework, and to foster a procurement environment focused on long-term performance, competitive advantage, safety, and sustainability while minimizing total cost of ownership. In the context of significant organizational transformation, you are tasked with driving and supporting the competence, capability, engagement, and motivation of project procurement, contracting, and category teams to facilitate successful delivery. As a strategic leadership role, it requires robust engagement with senior stakeholders within JM and strategic supplier partners to support effective project delivery. The role manages the risks of supply failure, cost escalation and quality whilst always ensuring products and services are delivered in line with business needs. Johnson Matthey, a FTSE 250 organisation, is a global leader in sustainable technologies specialising in catalysis, precious metal products, chemicals, and process technology. With operations in over 30 countries, we employ more than 12,600 people. We have more 200 years of success behind us; be part of the next stage of our growth journey and help maintain our reputation as one of the most admired organisations in our field. Our unique culture and people give us competitive advantage and will ensure our success for years to come. You can be part of that success story. Your responsibilities: Leverage supply market knowledge and tools that drive innovative sourcing solutions within the categories. Leverage price forecasts, market intelligence and cost analysis. Drive category and supplier innovation as well as continuous improvement across value-chain, acting as a role model around quality and process standards. Convert the category strategy to an effective sourcing and action plan. Define and mobilize the cross functional team required to deliver the plan. Ensure supply chain/sourcing strategy, practices and initiatives are aligned with the company’s business objectives and support the company’s growth strategy. Develop breakthrough savings ideas, associated savings & improvement plans. Develop & manage appropriate supplier relationships with key BU stakeholders and lead the management of the performance of EPCM& Key prime contractors / equipment suppliers.
Requirements for the role: Background in managing procurement activities related to capital expenditure programs or categories is a must. Work experience in a mature procurement organization, ideally within industries such as chemical, oil & gas, life science, FMCG, pharmaceutical, or manufacturing. Proven ability to work effectively across different cultures and geographical regions, including managing stakeholders and colleagues remotely across various time zones. Experience in Global Matrix organization(s). Experience demonstrating strategic leadership capabilities and expertise in category management. Business or technical bachelor’s degree / member of Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (MCIPS). Full professional proficiency in English language.
How you will be rewarded: We offer a competitive compensation package, which includes bonuses and other local perks. At JM, an inclusive culture is integral to our values and ambitions for the future. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can bring their full self to work and thrive in their career. Welcoming everyone to JM, regardless of their unique characteristics, experiences or thoughts allows us to bring many different voices and experiences together to tackle the world's biggest challenges. Being truly inclusive means that all colleagues feel valued for their differences, views and contributions, and feel a sense of belonging at JM.
Johnson Matthey is open for discussion on part time, job share and flexible working patterns.
Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.
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