Category Manager (Travel, Events, HR and Communications)

Location: Crawley, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. CATEGORY MANAGER Travel, Events, HR and Communications Crawley - Hybrid working module Role Overview This role is responsible for implementing Group category strategies across Thales UK and maximising value from a diverse supplier base. The position has a strong emphasis on supplier relationship management, supplier performance, stakeholder engagement, cost savings delivery and supply base optimisation. The successful candidate will act as the commercial owner of strategic supplier relationships and drive measurable business outcomes. Key Responsibilities • Act as the commercial owner for key strategic suppliers, leading governance, executive reviews and performance management processes. • Deliver annual cost savings and value targets through commercial negotiations, supplier performance improvements and demand management initiatives. • Drive supplier accountability through KPI management, continuous improvement plans and robust governance. • Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and act as the lead procurement ..... full job details .....