Category Manager - Procurement - 12 month FTC

Job Title: Category Manager (Procurement)

Do you have recent procurement experience supporting a broad range of indirect categories? We’re seeking a Category Manager to join our Procurement team on a 9-12 month fixed-term contract. You’ll be responsible for managing and implementing the UK and Ireland (UK&I) Procurement strategy within the defined scope, utilizing Category Management Processes and adhering to the RACI matrix established with the team.

This role aims to increase efficiency, ensure compliance with FCA/PRA requirements, reduce costs, and follow best practices. It offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to and develop our business functions, ensuring supplier relationships comply with FCA/PRA standards and mitigating business risks.

At AXA, we promote a flexible working environment, empowering our employees to balance their time between home and office based on what works best for them, their team, and our customers. You will work at least 40% of your week away from home, with a transition to the majority of your working week away from home starting September 2025. \’Away from home\’ includes attending our office locations, visiting clients, or participating in industry events.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather, assess, and challenge business requirements, aiming to maintain relationships and achieve optimal commercial outcomes.
• Coordinate the delivery of processes and initiatives, establishing best-in-class policies, processes, or services.
• Develop the Category Strategy in the absence of a Global Category Manager and execute this strategy.
• Manage the delivery of UK&I Procurement processes, policies, and procedures (e.g., RFP, RFI) in line with local and Group requirements.
• Negotiate and implement contracts for AXA-UK categories, ensuring compliance with agreed service levels, performance, quality, and delivery standards by proactively managing commercial and contractual risks with suppliers.
• Understand the budgeting approach in collaboration with Finance and business budget owners to ensure proper budget definition, utilization, optimization, and compliance.
• Utilize procurement tools and best practices to enhance efficiency, delivery quality, and achieve savings and KPI targets.

Candidate Requirements:

• Recent procurement experience supporting a broad range of indirect categories.
• Strong team player focused on the success and respect of the procurement team across various functions.

Applicants must be eligible and authorized to work in the United Kingdom. Internal candidates are encouraged to apply via the internal careers site for secondment opportunities.

What We Offer:

At AXA UK, we value our employees, and our rewards package is regularly reviewed. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary up to £85,000 depending on experience
• Discretionary performance-based bonus
• Private health insurance
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 12% employer contributions)
• Life assurance (up to 10x annual salary)
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to buy or sell up to 5 days leave
• AXA employee discounts
• Gym benefits

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Who We Are:

AXA UK Support Functions provide essential infrastructure, support, and expertise to our customer-facing units, ensuring we deliver excellent service. Whether you are experienced or just starting your career, we offer support and opportunities for growth and development.

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