Global Procurement Category Specialist Construction

EMEA Category Specialist - Construction, Facilities and Property (EMEA) DS Smith Here at DS Smith, we are looking for a proactive and delivery-focused EMEA Procurement Category Specialist to support the procurement of Construction, Facilities and Property services across our EMEA operations. About the role Reporting to the EMEA Category Manager for Construction, Facilities and Property, you will play a key role in delivering sourcing activity, supporting site and project teams, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring procurement processes are followed effectively across the Construction, Facilities and Property category. This category covers a wide range of services including Property Rental, Office and Site Costs, Hard and Soft FM services, and Construction-related labour, materials, contractors, equipment, and project resources. You will help drive value, ensure compliance, support sustainability objectives, and work closely with stakeholders to meet operational and project needs. Key Responsibilities Category Delivery and Sourcing Execution Support the delivery of procurement activities across Construction, Facilities and Property, including running tenders, e-auctions, negotiations, and supplier onboarding. Conduct market research and cost analysis to inform sourcing decisions and ensure competitive pricing. Assist in identifying opportunities for cost optimisation, supplier consolidation, and specification standardisation. Support the implementation of ..... full job details .....