ECM Category Manager (EMEA) in Banstead

As a key member of the Global ECM Procurement team, you will manage regional and global ECM categories and partner cross‑functionally to deliver value and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global category strategies based on market dynamics, supplier landscape, and business needs.
• Manage global and regional supplier relationships across sub‑categories and regions.
• Support global and regional sourcing events and execute category‑strategic initiatives.
• Coordinate with business stakeholders on category needs and strategy, collecting requirements and aligning on goals.
• Manage supplier relationships, escalating and resolving supplier continuity issues as needed.
• Create and maintain category‑management knowledge and processes to ensure strategies are up‑to‑date.
• Monitor supplier performance indicators and initiate supplier reviews to drive improvement and reduce risk.
• Ensure compliance with Corporate Policies and internal controls.
• Collaborate with operations and finance to provide financial and market forecasts for ECM.
• Optimize inbound supply chains by working closely with operations.
• Maintain an effective business relationship with all suppliers and stakeholders through clear, concise communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in business, supply chain, or a related discipline.
• 5–7 years of procurement or related field experience.
• People leadership experience.
• Expert negotiator with strong results orientation and deep category knowledge.
• Innovative problem‑solver with the ability to reconcile diverse business strategies and challenges.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, capable of working across global regions, cultures, and multiple levels of a matrix organization.
• Highly strategic, with a demonstrated ability to deliver results in complex global environments.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate with executive leadership.
• General working knowledge of COUPA, MS Office, and other relevant procurement tools and systems.
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.

Benefits

• Market‑leading pension contribution.
• Bonus scheme.
• Flexible savings and spending accounts to maximise healthcare options.
• Private medical insurance with coverage for medical, dental, and vision.
• Diverse income protection insurance options.
• Programs and support for continuing education, adoption, relocation assistance, and temporary childcare.

We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position. Employment is subject to verification of local policies. This role is available for local candidates already authorised to work in the role’s country only. Kimberly‑Clark will not provide relocation support for this role.