procurement leader

Job Title: Global Senior Category Manager - HR Services & Temporary Labour

Company: Sodexo

Location: UK-based remote role

Reference ID: SDX/TP/390535/161348

Salary: Competitive Salary plus benefits

Sector: Defence

Overview

Sodexo is undergoing a significant transformation of its procurement and operating model, creating new opportunities to drive value, harmonization, and innovation across direct and indirect spend categories. Within this context, the HR Services category is entering a new phase of maturity. We are looking for an experienced procurement leader to shape and drive our global approach to Temporary Labor and broader HR Services, partnering closely with Procurement, HR, and Operations teams across multiple geographies.

The role requires someone who can combine strategic vision with hands-on execution. You will help define category strategies, lead key sourcing initiatives, strengthen relationships with strategic suppliers, and drive the deployment of workforce solutions in critical markets. Above all, we are seeking a procurement leader who understands how to build and deploy category strategies globally, influence diverse stakeholder groups, and drive change in a complex international organization.

Join Sodexo

Be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way. For more information on Sodexo Careers, please visit Sodexo Careers.

Main Responsibilities

• Define and execute category management and sourcing strategies for Temporary Labor and HR services across multiple geographies.


• Partner with country Procurement, HR, and Operations teams to lead major tenders.


• Drive the implementation and governance of MSP solutions in key markets.


• Develop and manage relationships with strategic global suppliers.


• Identify opportunities to improve service quality, compliance, efficiency, sustainability, and value creation.


• Influence senior stakeholders and align diverse business priorities across functions and countries.


• Support Sodexo's procurement transformation by embedding new ways of working and category management best practices.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience in Temporary Labour, Contingent Workforce, Staffing, MSP, and Professional Services categories.


• Proven track record leading multi-country sourcing initiatives and managing strategic supplier relationships.


• Broader procurement experience beyond HR scope is highly valued.

Package Details

We offer a competitive salary plus benefits. Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater.

You will belong to a company and team that values you for who you are; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way. Additionally, we offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as:

• Sodexo retirement plan


• Discounts to over 1,900 brands for online shopping


• Gym discounts to maintain a healthy lifestyle


• A confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing support for emotional, legal, and financial challenges

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. Operating in 55 countries and serving over 100 million consumers daily, we specialize in On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services, and Personal & Home Services. We are committed to building a future workplace that values diversity and inclusion. We are a Disability Confident Leader employer and welcome applications from candidates of underrepresented backgrounds. We are dedicated to changing attitudes towards disability and ensuring disabled individuals have opportunities to succeed. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria.

Application

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

Note: The description includes disclosures of internal references and application links, but in the formatted HTML, only the job content is included without links or references.

#s1-Gen

Location: UK-based remote role, with regular meetings in Stevenage (North London) and occasional travel across Europe.Sodexo is undergoing a significant transformation of its procurement and operating model, creating new opportunities to drive value, harmonization and innovation across direct and indirect spend categories.Within this context, the HR Services category is entering a new phase of maturity. We are looking for an experienced procurement leader to shape and drive our global approach to Temporary Labor and broader HR Services, partnering closely with Procurement, HR and Operations teams across multiple geographies.The role requires someone who can combine strategic vision with hands-on execution. You will help define category strategies, lead key sourcing initiatives, strengthen relationships with strategic suppliers and drive the deployment of workforce solutions in critical markets. Above all, we are seeking a procurement leader who understands how to build and deploy
category strategies globally, influence diverse stakeholder groups, drive change in a complex international organization.Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.For more information on Sodexo Careers please visit Sodexo Careers Main ResponsibilitiesDefine and execute category management and sourcing strategies for Temporary Labor and HR services across multiple geographies.Partner with country Procurement, HR and Operations teams to lead major tenders.Drive the implementation and governance of MSP solutions in key markets.Develop and manage relationships with strategic global suppliers.Identify opportunities to improve service quality, compliance, efficiency, sustainability and value creation.Influence senior stakeholders and align diverse business priorities across functions and countries.Support Sodexo's procurement transformation by embedding new ways of working and category management best
practicesPlease see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirementsThe Ideal CandidateExperience in Temporary Labour, Contingent Workforce, Staffing, MSP, and Professional Services categories.Proven track record leading multi-country sourcing initiatives and managing strategic supplier relationships.Broader procurement experience beyond HR scope is highly valued.Package DescriptionCompetitive Salary plus benefitsWorking with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater.You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way.In addition, we offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its
obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice.For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached. Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!About The CompanyAt Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we're on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented

Competitive Salary plus benefits