Job Specifications
TAKE YOUR CAREER IN A NEW DIRECTION
At Eurostar, we're fuelling the future of rail travel - operating in five countries and sparking new opportunities for travellers. But our trains connect much more than just people and places. They're helping us build a greener, more inclusive future for everyone. Join us and you'll be part of a passionate team which always goes the extra mile.
An exciting opportunity awaits you as Category Manager in our Finance, Strategy and Transformation team. The Category Manager contributes to the overall efficiency and success of the Procurement department and Eurostar Group by driving savings within assigned categories and optimising value through total cost of ownership. This position is pivotal in recommending and leading strategic sourcing activities, thereby aligning with the department's roadmap and achieving the company's commercial and financial objectives.
This permanent position can be based in either our London or Brussels office, with hybrid working (expectation to be in the office 2 days per week).
The close date for this role is 5pm on 10 February 2026. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible; Eurostar reserves the right to contact candidates before close date and to close the role earlier if suitable candidates are identified.
GEEF JE CARRIÈRE EEN NIEUWE RICHTING
Bij Eurostar geven we vorm aan de toekomst van het treinverkeer - actief in vijf landen en voortdurend nieuwe kansen creërend voor reizigers. Maar onze treinen verbinden meer dan alleen mensen en plaatsen. Ze helpen ons bouwen aan een groenere, meer inclusieve toekomst voor iedereen. Sluit je bij ons aan en je wordt onderdeel van een gepassioneerd team dat altijd een stap extra zet.
Een boeiende functie wacht op je als Category Manager binnen ons team Finance, Strategy and Transformation. De Category Manager draagt bij aan de algehele efficiëntie en het succes van de afdeling Procurement en de Eurostar Group door kostenbesparingen te realiseren binnen toegewezen categorieën en waarde te optimaliseren via total cost of ownership. Deze rol is cruciaal in het adviseren over en leiden van strategische sourcing-activiteiten, in lijn met de roadmap van de afdeling en de commerciële en financiële doelstellingen van het bedrijf.
Deze vaste functie kan worden ingevuld vanuit ons kantoor in Londen of Brussel, met hybride werken (verwachting is aanwezigheid op kantoor 2 dagen per week).
De sluitingsdatum voor deze functie is 10 februari 2026 om 17.00 uur. Kandidaten worden aangemoedigd om zo snel mogelijk te solliciteren; Eurostar behoudt zich het recht voor om kandidaten vóór de sluitingsdatum te benaderen en de vacature eerder te sluiten indien geschikte kandidaten worden gevonden.
Requirements
We're looking for someone to:
Drive cost savings and optimise total cost of ownership across assigned procurement categories
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, supported by robust market analysis and insight‑led recommendations
Build and manage strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure performance, value and reliability
Partner with internal stakeholders to deliver value‑added outcomes while adhering to procurement policy and governance
Execute the Procurement roadmap for assigned categories, aligned with Eurostar's commercial, financial and risk objectives
Track, analyse and report key category and supplier performance KPIs, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement
Contribute to supplier performance and improvement initiatives for major and strategic suppliers
Promote sustainable and ethical procurement practices, ensuring supplier compliance with Eurostar standards
You'll need...
A relevant degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or similar, with 5-10 years' procurement experience and 2-5 years in category management (e.g. maintenance, logistics, spare parts, professional services)
Fluent English and French (spoken and written) - essential, with strong IT skills including Microsoft Office, ERP systems and e‑tendering tools
Strong strategic sourcing, category management and negotiation expertise, including RFQ/RFP processes, private sector tendering and P2P workflows
Proven ability to drive savings, optimise total cost of ownership and deliver measurable commercial value
Advanced stakeholder, supplier and customer relationship management skills, with confidence to challenge senior stakeholders constructively
Excellent analytical, financial, project management and communication skills, thriving in a matrix and change‑driven environment
Our stages for this recruitment process will include phone screening and a two-stage interview process.
Wij Zoeken Iemand Die
Kostenbesparingen realiseert en de total cost of ownership optimaliseert binnen toegewezen inkoopcategorieën
Strategische sourcing-initiatieven leidt, ondersteund door grondige marktanalyses en onderbouwde aanbevelingen
Sterke relaties opbouwt en onderhoudt met belangrijke leveranciers om prestaties,
About the Company
At Eurostar, we're not just in the business of transportation, we're in the business of making your journeys across Europe unforgettable. Together, we want to create moments that stay with you throughout your travels and long after you've arrived, from the quick coffee run on the way to the station, to the moment you’ve arrived at your destination to sit down at a local favourite.
With our dynamic and ambitious spirit, Eurostar is proud to have a connected and cosmopolitan team who feel at home in five countries. And the Eu...
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