Emea Professional Services Procurement Manager

Kimberly-Clark

Walton Oaks, United Kingdom
Not specified; bonus scheme available; market-lead...
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Category management experience
Strategic sourcing capabilities
Vendor selection leadership
** Kimberly-Clark is seeking an EMEA Professional Services Procurement Manager to oversee category management and strategic sourcing for various professional services in Walton Oaks, United Kingdom. The ideal candidate should possess strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills, ensuring procurement strategies align with corporate goals while maintaining collaborative relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. **

Job Summary

  • This role is responsible for the timely and cost-effective category management and strategic sourcing of different Professional Services categories in accordance with corporate policies.
  • The position requires leading the sourcing and vendor selection process while building strategic relationships with suppliers to demonstrate leadership in regular negotiations.
  • Employees receive market-leading pension contributions, a bonus scheme, flexible savings accounts, and comprehensive private medical insurance coverage.

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** Kimberly-Clark is seeking an EMEA Professional Services Procurement Manager to oversee category management and strategic sourcing for various professional services in Walton Oaks, United Kingdom. The ideal candidate should possess strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills, ensuring procurement strategies align with corporate goals while maintaining collaborative relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. **

Salary

Not specified; Bonus scheme available; Market-leading pension contribution included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Category management experience
  • Strategic sourcing capabilities
  • Vendor selection leadership
  • Supplier negotiation skills
  • Total cost of ownership focus

Nice-to-have

  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Data analysis proficiency
  • Influencing senior managers
  • Problem-solving in procurement
  • Cross-regional collaboration

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or significant Procurement experience
  • Authorization to work in the specific country of hire
  • Experience reducing total costs and improving processes

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the role's country only

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