Job Description

?? Join a High-Impact Procurement Team at the Heart of a Thriving Global Business!

Role: Group Supply Chain Manager

Location: Cologne with UK & Europe travel

Language Requirement: Fluent in German & English

Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

?? About Us


With over

128 years of success

, Cox is a powerhouse in the UK and European markets, known for innovation, growth, and a strong M&A track record. At the core of our operations is the

Group Supply Chain Team

—a strategic function that drives value, manages risk, and delivers excellence across a £195M+ annual spend.


We’re not just about procurement—we’re about

transformation

. Our team influences decisions at the highest levels (SLT & ELT), and we’re looking for a

Procurement Specialist

ready to make a real impact.


?? The Opportunity


This is your chance to

elevate your procurement career

in a role that offers:

Hands-on experience

with high-value contracts across the UK and Europe

Strategic influence

in a matrix organisation

Tail spend analysis

, supplier harmonisation, and cost-saving initiatives

Cross-border project work

with a focus on innovation and efficiency

Training and mentorship

from industry experts

?? What You’ll Do

Deliver measurable

cost savings

and value-adds across business units Lead

commercially astute procurement projects

using TCO analysis Support

European-wide contracts

and supplier consolidation Provide

insightful reporting

on spend, savings, and supplier performance Champion

Supplier Relationship Management

and risk mitigation Drive

process improvements

and embed SMART KPIs and SLAs

?? What You Bring

3+ years in supply chain or procurement roles Fluent

English and German speaker

with willingness to travel across Europe Ideally

CIPS qualified

(or working towards it) Strong Excel skills and confident with PowerPoint & Word Proven experience negotiating contracts (£50K–£500K) A proactive, analytical, and

innovative mindset

Experience in the

automotive sector

is a plus

?? Why Join Us?

Be part of a

respected, growing global brand

Work with

senior leaders

and shape strategic decisions Enjoy a

collaborative, values-driven culture

Gain exposure to

diverse procurement challenges

Make a

real difference

in a high-performing team

Ready to take your procurement career to the next level?

Apply now

and become a key player in shaping the future of Cox’s supply chain success.

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE

We work with a carefully selected set of recruitment partners and are not looking to add to our PSL.


We do not accept unsolicited CVs sent to the recruitment team or directly to a hiring manager. We will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited submissions.


Cox Automotive is the world’s largest automotive service organisation. We

provide dependable solutions that improve performance and profitability

throughout the vehicle lifecycle to manufacturers, fleets, and retailers.

Our businesses are organised around our customers’ core needs across vehicle

solutions, mobility, remarketing, funding, and retail.