Job Description

Interim Category HUB Leader - Indirect & Professional Services

Offer ID:

76879

Job:

Support Functions / Procurement and Supply Chain

Contract type:

Interim Category HUB Leader - Indirect & Professional Services

Schedule:

Full-Time

Country:

United Kingdom

Equans is looking for an Interim Category HUB Leader - Indirect & Professional Services to join the team on a 12-month Fixed term contract. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, bonus and benefits package.

Our Category HUB Leaders play a pivotal role in maximising the value of Procurement at Equans UK&I by executing a structured, collaborative approach to category projects that optimises the procurement of similar products and services.



This specific role within the UK BU Central Procurement Team will focus on the Indirects & Professional Services HUB, encompassing a wide range of categories including:

HR Services:

Recruitment (Perm and contingent worforce), Training, Travel, Meetings & Events, and related services.

Fleet Management (Cars & Vans):

Leasing, Rental, Fuel & Fuel/EV Cards, Telematics, and associated vehicle services.

General Goods & Services:

Office supplies and services, Postal and distribution services, and other support functions.

IT & Telecoms:

Technology solutions and telecommunication services.

Professional & Financial Services:

Consultancy, Insurance, Banking Services, and related professional services.

IT order processing operations:

Management of internal order billing processes and tracking for IT and Telco equipment

By strategically managing these sub-categories, the Category HUB Leader and his team drive efficiencies, enhance collaboration, and secure value-driven outcomes for the business.



This leadership role within the Procurement Function is essential in delivering a unified, centralised support service across a diverse, autonomous, and nationally dispersed organisation.



The postholder leads a team of 7 procurement professionals. 2 Category Managers responsible for HR Services, IT & Telecom, Categories (Category Managers, Analysts). In addition to a team of 5 IT order processing operational analysts for IT. The Travel, Fleet, Professional services categories requiring direct management and oversight of the role holder.



The Category HUB leader acts as a key strategic interface with Divisional Directors, the UKBU CFO, CHRO, Legal, and HR teams.



This role is crucial in driving procurement performance, embedding category management best practices, and aligning strategic sourcing with business needs and sustainability objectives. The Category HUB Leader ensures alignment with group procurement strategy while fostering continuous improvement, innovation, and stakeholder engagement.



The appointed category HUB Leader will sit within the Procurement Senior Leadership Team (SLT) alongside the divisional Head of Procurement/Procurement Directors.

What will you deliver?

The successful applicant will provide category-specific expertise to the business, working closely with the operational and support functions teams as well as the broader Procurement team to ensure:


Compliance with the Equans UK&I Procurement Strategy, Policies, and Processes for category-specific spending. Delivery of solutions that address diverse business needs within the INDIRECT scope of responsibilities. Engagement with the parent company at Group level, affiliates and sister companies relevant stakeholders, domestically and internationally. Proactive input on reporting, including compliance, spend, and savings, with an eye toward continuous improvement. Fulfilment of local procurement needs through a structured category approach wherever feasible. Promotion of Category-led Framework Agreements and Contracts, ensuring all colleagues are informed of procurement protocols and pricing. Support for bid, mobilisation, and de-mobilisation activities as required. Alignment of Category strategies with Equans' sustainability (CSR), DE&I and IT commitments. Continuous alignment of solutions with business needs and market developments.

The Procurement Function operates in close partnership with suppliers and both internal and external customers to foster innovation, delivering value-driven, transformational outcomes for our clients, profitability for our business, and inspiration for our people.



The post holder may need to undertake other tasks as and when needed to support the priorities of the Procurement Function. National travel is part of this role.

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, car or car allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;


25 days annual leave (+ public holidays) Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers Gym membership discounts Cycle to work scheme Holiday purchase scheme 2 corporate social responsibility days per year Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals. 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field Significant experience in Procurement with increasing leadership responsibility Strong Category knowledge across indirects Direct experience of EV Fleet esp. Van EV Fleet, Travel, Professional Services categories Good comprehension of Internal IT billing and recharging processes Experience of digitalisation and automation of Procurement processes Track record in delivering large-scale transformation and financial results Experience working in a matrix organisation with central and decentralised structures Demonstrated success leading people and complex projects in regulated sectors5+ years' experience in a similar role - Senior Procurement role Experience of stakeholder management and influencing Experience in developing work winning solutions with operational and business development stakeholders to drive better technical solutions and outcomes.

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.



In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services - with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.



Equans' 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.



Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.




As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.




At Equans we're committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.




You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.




For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.





The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.

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