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Social network you want to login/join with: Global Category Leader - Equipment CAPEX & Maintenance, BirminghamClient: Smith+Nephew Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom Job Category:Other - EU work permit required:Yes Job Reference:2af8c5fd84f1 Job Views:4 Posted:02.05.2025 Expiry Date:16.06.2025 Job Description:Life Unlimited.At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. This is a hybrid role based at our Hull or Watford site, with occasional travel to the other location as needed. We are seeking a dynamic Global Category Leader for our Capital Equipment & Equipment Maintenance (GCL CAPEX) Category. You will lead initiatives, develop category strategies, oversee significant expenditures, and engage with suppliers and stakeholders worldwide. Expertise in category management is essential to deliver innovative solutions aligned with our operational and manufacturing goals. You will lead sourcing projects end-to-end, optimize demand management, and promote supplier performance and innovation. Responsibilities include defining specifications, improving vendor relationships, and executing strategic plans. Reporting to the Global Category Director, you will be part of a collaborative, caring, and courageous organization. What will you be doing? Develop and own category strategies aligned with business objectives, securing stakeholder approval and ensuring clear communication. Achieve cost savings targets for CAPEX categories by managing supplier, market, and internal data. Identify and mitigate risks by addressing supplier performance issues and ensuring compliance with procurement policies. Lead projects based on the CAPEX strategy, contributing to the Annual Procurement Category Plan. Manage supplier relationships through segmentation, critical metrics, contract negotiations, and governance activities, including Executive and Quarterly Business Reviews. Collaborate with strategic suppliers to drive innovation aligned with Smith+Nephew's goals. Supervise a small team, ensuring alignment with category strategy and stakeholder communication. What will you need to be successful? Extensive procurement experience, especially in leading global category strategies. Expertise in Capital Equipment & Equipment Maintenance procurement. Knowledge of MRO, Facilities, and Real Estate categories is a plus. Professional qualification such as CIPS or equivalent is highly preferred. Ability to develop strategic supplier relationships, drive cost efficiency, and lead complex procurement initiatives. You. Unlimited We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our investments are in our people and the patients we serve. Inclusion, Diversity and Equity:We are committed to welcoming, celebrating, and thriving on diversity. Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website. Your Future:Generous annual bonus, pension schemes, Save As You Earn share options, and a car allowance. Work/Life Balance:Flexible vacation, paid holidays, volunteering hours. Your Wellbeing:Private health and dental plans, healthcare cash plans, income protection, life assurance, and more. Extra Perks:Discounts on gyms, bicycle and car schemes, employee discounts.#J-18808-Ljbffr