ph3Business Services Procurement Category Manager /h3pJoin to apply for the bBusiness Services Procurement Category Manager /b role at bLightsource bp /b /ppWe are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development. /ppFor over a decade we’ve been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonise. /ppOur growing business is constantly innovating and investing to help drive the energy transition. Our people and projects are focused on supporting long‑term sustainable growth and energy security. /ppLightsource bp operates with five core values: bSafety /b, bIntegrity /b, bRespect /b, bSustainability /b, and bDrive /b. We seek to attract and hire individuals who share our commitment to creating a safe workplace, uphold the highest standards of integrity, and demonstrate respect for colleagues, communities, and the environment. Our recruitment process promotes sustainability by valuing long-term growth and responsible practices, while seeking candidates with the drive to innovate and lead in the global energy transition. Together, these values shape how we engage, assess, and welcome talent to join us in delivering transformational solar power solutions worldwide. /ppLightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024. /ppWhat you’ll do (the role) /ppbSummary /b /ppWe are seeking a proactive, highly experienced Business Services Procurement Category Manager to lead sourcing, category management, and contract governance for key indirect categories — including business consultancy, professional services, contingent workforce, agencies, travel entertainment, marketing PR, legal, audit, and specialist advisory services. /ppThis is a high-impact, wide-scope role where you will own category strategy end-to-end, driving cost optimisation, supplier performance excellence, and innovation in service delivery, while ensuring alignment with Lightsource bp’s general business objectives. You will act as a strategic partner to senior stakeholders across the organisation, championing governance, sustainability, and commercial value across all indirect procurement spend. /ppbResponsibilities of the Role /b /pulliOwn the full contract lifecycle for all Business Services and indirect procurement categories, ensuring governance, compliance, and delivery of commercial value. /liliDevelop and implement comprehensive category strategies across consultancy, professional services,



contingent workforce, marketing PR, legal, audit, travel entertainment, and agency spend — aligned with business priorities. /liliLead all sourcing activities: market analysis, requirements gathering, RFx management, supplier evaluation and selection, negotiation, and onboarding. /liliBuild and maintain strategic relationships with key service providers and internal stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor and driving collaborative innovation. /liliDraft, review, and negotiate contract terms across diverse service categories, ensuring favourable commercial outcomes and risk mitigation. /liliMaintain centralised contract registers and manage accurate supplier records to improve visibility and accessibility. /liliProduce regular spend analysis and performance reports, collaborating with Finance to support budgeting, forecasting, and savings initiatives. /liliDrive cost optimisation and value creation while managing supplier risk across all categories. /liliMonitor and manage supplier performance using KPIs, governance meetings, and strategic reviews, leveraging data analytics for continuous improvement. /liliChampion procurement best practices that support organisational sustainability, ethical sourcing, and diversity inclusion objectives. /liliEscalate and resolve supplier disputes in collaboration with Legal and other stakeholders, ensuring business continuity. /liliContribute to change management initiatives, enhancing procurement processes, stakeholder engagement, and category maturity across Business Services. /li /ulpWhy you’ll make a great member of the team /ppbExperience Knowledge Required /b /pulliProven track record in managing multiple indirect procurement categories with high organisational impact. /liliDemonstrated success defining and delivering category strategies that align with business goals across diverse services. /liliSolid commercial acumen, with deep understanding of contracts, market dynamics, and supplier negotiations in professional services, legal, marketing, TE and contingent workforce. /liliStrong experience in delivering cost savings, process improvements, and supplier innovations in complex, multi-stakeholder environments. /liliPractical knowledge of procurement governance and compliance protocols.



/li /ulpbSkills Required /b /pulliExceptional negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder management skills at senior levels. /liliStrong analytical skills with proficiency in data-driven decision-making and spend analysis. /liliAbility to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on operational delivery. /liliComfortable operating across multiple categories simultaneously, prioritising effectively in fast‑paced environments. /liliCollaborative leader with experience driving cross-functional projects and change management. /liliExcellent communication skills (written and verbal), able to articulate procurement value clearly to business teams. /liliResilient, adaptable, and solution-focused, with the ability to challenge constructively. /liliLeadership qualities including coaching, mentoring, and inspiring procurement excellence. /liliExperience in Business Process Outsourcing operations is a plus. /li /ulpbEducation Required /b /pulliRelevant degree or equivalent experience in procurement, supply chain or related disciplines /liliMCIPS or CIPS certification preferred /liliAdditional qualifications in contract law or business management would be beneficial /li /ulpWhy you’ll want to work for us /ppOur company is a place where you can be yourself and grow, a place where your ideas and opinions matter. /ppBe you: We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect. /ppBe responsible: Our culture is driven by our core values – from operating safely to ensuring our projects are responsible. /ppBe recognized: Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension and other local benefits. /ppBe inspired: Beyond your day-to-day working life at Lightsource bp, there’s a variety of initiatives that will contribute to your own personal development. These include our charitable causes, supporting our solar honey project, or volunteering on our VIBES committee to name a few. /ppOur core values: Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low carbon energy projects. Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we do. /ppFor further information on our career opportunities and life at Lightsource bp, please visit /ph3Seniority level /h3ulliMid-Senior level /li /ulh3Employment type /h3ulliFull‑time /li /ulh3Job function /h3ulliPurchasing and Supply Chain /li /ulh3Industries /h3ulliRenewable Energy /liliSemiconductor Manufacturing /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Business Services Procurement Category Manager (Madrid)
🏢 Lightsource Bp
📍 Madrid