Procurement Manager – HR

Are you a procurement leader who thrives in complex, regulated environments and enjoys shaping category strategy while delivering tangible business value?

We’re looking for an experienced Procurement / Category Manager to join Visa
, supporting the Product & Benefits category
, with a strong focus on card-embedded benefits across Europe. This is a high-impact interim role for someone who combines strategic thinking, commercial acumen, and hands-on execution
.

• Leading category sourcing strategies for card-embedded and insurance-based benefits
• Acting as a strategic business partner to product and services stakeholders across Europe
• Managing RFI, RFP, and RFQ processes
  , including contract negotiation and supplier selection
• Driving value creation, innovation, and efficiency within the procurement function
• Managing supplier relationships (SRM) and ensuring strong in-life contract performance
• Embedding risk, compliance, ESG, and governance principles across sourcing activities
• Producing insights, reports, and recommendations for senior leadership
• Supporting change initiatives and continuous improvement within a global matrix environment

• 7+ years of experience in procurement/category management
• 4+ years of hands-on experience procuring card-embedded benefits, insurance, or broker services within Banking, Fin Tech, or Financial Services
• Strong background in indirect procurement
  , ideally including HR or benefit-related services
• Proven expertise in contract negotiation, supplier management, and complex sourcing projects
• Experience working in large, global, matrix organisations
• Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced, evolving environments

This is a unique opportunity to work with Visa
, contributing to a globally recognised payments brand
, where procurement plays a true strategic and value-driven role
. You’ll partner with senior stakeholders, influence regional strategy, and leave a real footprint within a short-term engagement.

Please submit your application directly via the link in this post.

Please note:

This is a confidential recruitment process managed by a recruitment partner.