Senior Indirect Procurement Manager (CAPEX, MRO)

A leading global organisation is seeking a Senior Indirect Procurement Manager to oversee CAPEX, technical services, and MRO procurement across multiple high-volume manufacturing sites.

This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to manage an annual spend of approximately €50 million, working with over 230 vendors and leading a dedicated team of procurement professionals. You will play a key part in shaping sourcing strategies, driving supplier performance, and ensuring operational excellence while aligning local initiatives with global frameworks. The position provides a unique platform for you to influence major investment decisions, champion sustainability objectives, and foster collaborative relationships with both internal stakeholders and external partners. With a strong focus on professional development and continuous improvement, this role is ideal for someone who thrives in complex environments and is passionate about making a tangible impact on business outcomes.

• Take ownership of strategic sourcing for CAPEX projects, technical services, and MRO supplies across five large-scale production facilities, ensuring alignment with global procurement standards and best practices.
• Lead a skilled team of category specialists, nurturing their growth through coaching, training opportunities, and succession planning while fostering a culture committed to sustainability and operational excellence.
• Engage directly with senior stakeholders at local, regional, and global levels to drive cost optimisation, risk mitigation, and supplier innovation within a supportive environment that values collaboration and knowledge sharing.

What you'll do:

As Senior Indirect Procurement Manager – you will be entrusted with significant responsibility for managing high-value procurement activities that underpin the success of large-scale manufacturing operations. Your day-to-day work will involve developing robust sourcing strategies for critical assets such as brewery equipment or automation systems while also overseeing the acquisition of essential maintenance supplies. You will collaborate extensively with both internal stakeholders—including engineering teams—and external suppliers to ensure seamless project execution from initial scoping through to final delivery. By conducting regular supplier performance reviews and facilitating strategic meetings you will help drive continuous improvement across the supply base. In addition to managing budgets and validating investment proposals you will play an instrumental role in embedding sustainability principles into every aspect of the procurement process. Leading a talented team of category specialists your ability to nurture talent and foster a culture of learning will be key to achieving operational excellence.

• Develop comprehensive sourcing strategies for capital expenditure projects including brewery equipment, civil works, utilities, automation systems, and packaging or process equipment to ensure optimal value delivery.
• Design and implement category management plans for technical services by collaborating closely with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) such as KHS, Krones, Sidel to support ongoing production needs.
• Oversee the procurement of maintenance, repair and operations supplies across multiple manufacturing sites by aligning local sourcing activities with global procurement frameworks.
• Lead annual reviews of supplier portfolios in partnership with project engineering teams to assess performance metrics, identify risks, and determine future collaboration strategies.
• Facilitate strategic supplier meetings aimed at enhancing communication channels, sharing industry innovations or best practices, and uncovering new cost-saving or efficiency opportunities.
• Manage the end-to-end purchase advice process for all CAPEX projects by ensuring compliance with internal policies as well as engineering or project management standards.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments related to supply chain resilience; develop contingency plans to address potential disruptions or delays in project delivery timelines.
• Validate budgets for CAPEX and MRO categories by justifying any overspend scenarios while ensuring all investments align with financial targets or organisational priorities.
• Champion sustainability initiatives within the procurement function by embedding environmental considerations into sourcing decisions and supplier selection criteria.
• Provide inspirational leadership to a team of category leads by supporting their professional development through structured training programmes, regular feedback sessions, and clear goal setting.

What you bring:

To excel as Senior Indirect Procurement Manager – you will bring extensive hands-on experience managing complex procurement portfolios within high-volume asset-intensive sectors. Your background should include not only technical expertise in sourcing capital equipment but also a proven ability to negotiate intricate contracts that balance quality delivery timelines financial impact and sustainability objectives. You will have demonstrated success leveraging digital tools such as SAP Ariba for data-driven decision making while maintaining rigorous compliance standards throughout all purchasing activities. Your leadership style should reflect a commitment to nurturing talent fostering teamwork encouraging open dialogue among colleagues at every level. Strong communication skills—both written spoken—are essential given the need to engage effectively with stakeholders from diverse cultural backgrounds across local regional global contexts. Above all your passion for continuous improvement combined with an empathetic approach towards people development will set you apart as an invaluable member of the wider procurement community.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or a related discipline is required; professional certifications such as CIPS or CPSM are highly desirable.
• At least ten years’ progressive experience in procurement or category management roles including direct involvement in large-scale capital expenditure projects within asset-intensive industries such as FMCG or manufacturing.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using advanced procurement systems like SAP Ariba along with strong data analytics capabilities to inform decision-making processes.
• Proven expertise in strategic sourcing methodologies coupled with deep knowledge of category management principles relevant to technical services or MRO supplies.
• Exceptional skills in negotiating complex contracts involving high-value technical assets while consistently delivering cost optimisation outcomes.
• Experience integrating sustainability considerations into procurement strategies alongside robust risk mitigation planning for supply chain continuity.
• Track record of successfully leading high-performing teams by providing mentorship coaching opportunities and building effective succession pipelines.
• Outstanding stakeholder management abilities enabling you to influence cross-functional teams at local regional or global levels through clear communication cultural agility and empathy.
• Ability to thrive when managing multiple priorities simultaneously within dynamic fast-evolving environments where change is constant.
• Strong analytical interpersonal storytelling skills allowing you to convert insights into actionable strategies that resonate with diverse audiences.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as an industry leader renowned for its commitment to operational excellence sustainability innovation within the manufacturing sector. Employees benefit from being part of a truly global network where collaboration knowledge sharing are actively encouraged across borders functions. The company places great emphasis on personal professional growth offering access to world-class training resources mentoring programmes designed specifically for those looking to advance their careers in procurement supply chain management. A strong culture of inclusivity ensures everyone’s voice is heard valued regardless background experience level creating an environment where ideas can flourish freely without barriers. Sustainability lies at the heart of everything they do—from responsible sourcing practices through ambitious environmental targets—making it an ideal workplace for individuals who want their work contribute positively society planet alike. Flexible working arrangements further enhance work-life balance allowing employees tailor schedules around personal commitments while still delivering outstanding results on behalf clients customers worldwide.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your career in indirect procurement management to new heights this is your chance to make a lasting impact within a globally respected organisation—apply now if you feel inspired by this opportunity!

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