We’re looking for people who don’t just come here to fulfil their responsibilities, but who have a real passion for the brand and a commitment to do the best job they can. In return, we offer an inspiring package of employee benefits - to show just how much we value you. This role will offer you the scope for growth and the tools to aim high.
The Category Leader is responsible for the Corporate Services spend for the Poland site along with owning and developing the Global Facilities Management and Travel categories across all TwiningsOvo locations, setting category strategies and commercial frameworks which improve value, service, employee experience, resilience, sustainability and compliance.
Please note this is 12 months fixed-term contract.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute global Facilities Management and Travel category strategies, sourcing pipelines, and multi-year roadmaps across all locations.
- Manage global sourcing, supplier selection, negotiations, and contract frameworks, including preferred suppliers, pricing, service levels, and travel programmes.
- Deliver value through demand management, standardisation, supplier consolidation, TCO optimisation, and benefits tracking.
- Manage strategic supplier relationships, driving performance, innovation, sustainability, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement.
- Define category standards and sourcing guidelines, ensuring consistent execution, compliance, and adoption of preferred suppliers.
- Partner with stakeholders across HR, Finance, IT, Sustainability, Travel, Procurement, and ABF to execute strategies and meet business needs.
- Own Corporate Services spend for Poland and support sourcing initiatives across TwiningsOvo locations.
Skills, Knowledge, and Proficiency
- At least 3 years of procurement experience in a FMCG business
- Day-to-day experience in leading procurement categories: Facilities Management, Travel, Corporate Services or comparable indirect categories
- University degree level education
- Solid understanding of Facilities Management and Travel supply markets
- Fluency in both English and Polish (written and spoken)
- Experience in SAP and Ariba Guided Buying and E-Sourcing would be an asset
Benefits
- Yearly bonus based on personal contribution and financial performance
- 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays and the option to buy and sell holidays
- Onsite Gym and Wellbeing Centre
- Perkbox – employee discount scheme with discounts online, in high street stores, cinema, holidays, restaurants and many more
- Pension scheme with your contributions matched for up to 10% of your salary
- Cycle to work scheme
- SimplyHealth Cash plan
- Onsite Staff shop and online staff discounts
- Access to LinkedIn Learning
- Access to ABF Networking. connect, collaborate, and grow across the ABF Group.
Category Leader – Corporate Services in Andover employer: Twinings Ovaltine
At TwiningsOvo, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that champions diversity and collaboration, offering a vibrant work culture where every voice is valued. Located in Andover, this role as a Business Performance Partner not only provides competitive benefits such as flexible working options, a yearly bonus, and access to professional development through LinkedIn Learning, but also fosters personal growth and innovation within the FMCG sector. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a supportive environment that encourages you to thrive both personally and professionally.
