Global Category Lead

A leading multi-category consumer goods organisation who are looking for an experienced Global Category Lead to take ownership of a high-profile global programme focused on supplier payments, working capital and cash performance.Role: Global Category LeadDuration: 6-12 month contractPay: (Apply online only) p/day (Inside IR35 via Umbrella)Location: LondonWorking Pattern: 3 days onsiteThis is not a traditional category management role. The right person will need to operate at the intersection of Procurement and Finance, understanding how procurement decisions influence cash flow, working capital, PandL and wider business performance.You''ll lead a global supplier payment optimisation programme, translating financial objectives into practical procurement initiatives and measurable results.Key Responsibilities:Lead a complex, global procurement transformation programmeSet targets and create structured plans to deliver measurable financial benefitsDrive improvements across supplier payment terms, working capital, DPO and cash generationDevelop new procurement tools, dashboards, KPIs and performance reportingTranslate financial objectives into actionable procurement and supplier strategiesLead supplier engagement and implement sustainable payment-term improvementsBuild robust governance, benefits tracking and executive reportingPartner with senior stakeholders across Procurement, Finance, Treasury, Legal and GBS/shared services.Working across Procurement, Finance, Treasury, Legal ..... full job details .....