Global Senior HR Category manager

Location : UK-based remote role, with regular meetings in Stevenage (North London) and occasional travel across Europe. (1-2 times a week in the office)

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 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
Please see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirements 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 Description

Competitive Salary plus benefits

Working 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!

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