Job Description

Regional Category Manager, CAPEX and MRO
Hemel Hempstead
Full-Time
52,000 - 86,000 £ / year (est.).
PCD320167

Tasks: Lead procurement strategies for CAPEX and MRO, ensuring cost efficiency and supplier performance.
Join the organisation, a global leader in brewing, committed to diversity and sustainability.
Benefits: Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and development.
Why this job: Be part of a culture that values innovation, teamwork, and making a positive impact.
Qualifications: 5+ years in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and experience in capital-intensive industries required.
Other info: Fluency in English is essential; additional languages are a plus. Apply early as positions may fill quickly.
The predicted salary is between52,000 - 86,000 £ per year.

Hemel Hempstead, GB

Entity / company: Integrated Supply Chain (ISC).

Location: Hemel Hempstead, UK

Role overview

We are looking for Regional Category Manager, CAPEX and MRO will be responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies for Capital Expenditures (CAPEX) and Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO) within the designated region. This role ensures cost efficiency, supplier performance, and risk mitigation while aligning with business needs and global procurement objectives.

What you’ll be doing

Develop and implement CAPEX & MRO category strategies in alignment with business objectives and regional procurement goals.
Conduct market analysis, supplier benchmarking, and cost modeling to drive competitive advantages.
Ensure procurement activities align with budgetary constraints and investment priorities.
Work closely with engineering, operations, and finance teams to optimize CAPEX investments and MRO supply chain reliability.
Operate within the 8 Step Engineering process for large CAPEX projects.
Lead contract negotiations and supplier selection for CAPEX projects and MRO service agreements.
Develop and maintain supplier relationships to drive performance, innovation, and risk mitigation.
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, KPIs, and service level agreements (SLAs).
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure supplier quality, cost-effectiveness, and on-time delivery.
Drive cost savings and procurement efficiencies through strategic sourcing and demand management.
Monitor and report on category spend, total cost of ownership (TCO), and financial performance.
Identify and implement risk mitigation strategies for supplier disruptions and market fluctuations.
Support capital investment projects with procurement insights and cost-benefit analysis.
Act as a business partner to regional engineering, operations, and finance teams.
Support plant operations by ensuring availability of critical MRO supplies and minimizing downtime risks.
Align with global procurement teams to ensure category strategy consistency and leverage global synergies.
Work closely with sustainability teams to incorporate ESG and supplier diversity initiatives into CAPEX & MRO sourcing.
Utilize e-procurement platforms (enterprise application platform Ariba, Coupa, or similar) to enhance sourcing efficiency.
Maintain relevant price lists for enterprise application platform outline agreements and catalogues, as well as, and category cards and preferred suppliers for Ariba Guided Sourcing.
Analyze procurement data to identify trends, opportunities, and process improvements.
Implement best practices in supplier performance management and procurement governance.
What we’re looking for

5+ years of procurement experience with a focus on CAPEX, MRO, or Indirect Procurement.
Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
Experience in capital-intensive industries such as Manufacturing, FMCG, Pharmaceuticals, or Automotive.
Proven ability to manage multi-country procurement activities within a regional scope.
Understanding of total cost of ownership (TCO), cost modeling, and risk management.
Proficiency in procurement systems (enterprise application platform Ariba, Coupa, or similar) and data-driven decision-making. Experience working in multi-country, cross-functional procurement environments.