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Senior Category Lead

Helios Towers -
London

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Job details

Benefits

Season ticket loan
Company pension
Gym membership

Qualifications

Civil engineering
Category management
Procurement
Supply chain
Analysis skills
Project management
Purchasing

Full job description

Date: 17 Jun 2026

Job Country: United Kingdom

Job Location: London

Job Reference: 1622

Senior Category Lead

Helios Towers is a leading independent telecommunications infrastructure company, having established one of the most extensive tower portfolios across Africa and the Middle East. We build, own and operate telecom passive infrastructure, providing services to mobile network operators. Helios Towers currently operates in nine markets across Africa and the Middle East.

Overview

Reporting to the Group Procurement Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading strategic procurement initiatives, managing key supplier relationships, and driving supply chain transformation across the organisation.

Role Responsibilities

As a Senior Category Lead, you will be responsible for:

Managing strategic projects related to complex outsourcing activities from end to end
Assessing third-party supplier networks, including logistics and supply chain capabilities
Leading supplier audits to ensure compliance with Helios Towers standards on quality and performance
Identifying and assessing supplier risks, including financial capacity in collaboration with Finance teams
Supporting project feasibility assessments, including cash flow considerations with Finance stakeholders
Acting as delegated authority on behalf of the Group Procurement Manager when required
Developing and implementing category management strategies to drive procurement transformation
Managing supplier relationships, including segmentation, contract management, risk mitigation, and performance monitoring
Providing market intelligence on supply dynamics, regulatory environments, and supplier innovations
Leading procurement initiatives to resolve supply chain challenges and improve operational efficiency

Requirements for the Role

To succeed in the role, you will be/will have:

Degree-level education, preferably in Purchasing and Procurement Management
Minimum of 10 years’ experience in complex engineering or capital-intensive industries (e.g. energy, automotive, civil engineering, or oil & gas)
Proven experience in managing supply chain transformation programmes
Strong experience in category management within large or listed organisations
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, dynamic environments and adapt to changing priorities

Desired Skills

Stakeholder Management
Project Management
Business Consulting
Reporting and KPI Management
Business Performance Measurement and Management

Benefits

Office situated in the vibrant heart of London, Liverpool Street
Competitive annual gross salary
Discretionary yearly bonus
Access to private medical and dental care
9% employer pension contribution
Season ticket loan available
Gym membership included
Complimentary daily breakfast

Helios Towers is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. You and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. If you are applying for a position in South Africa, Employment Equity targets may apply when we consider your application.

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