Arriva is a leading European passenger transport partner, operating across 11 countries and delivering over 1.5 billion passenger journeys each year. With a workforce of 35,000 people and a strong heritage dating back to 1938, Arriva is driving an ambitious growth and sustainability agenda, supported by I Squared Capital following its acquisition in 2024.
We are now seeking an experienced and commercially astute Group IT & Indirect Director to join our Group Procurement team. This is a high-impact leadership role, shaping and delivering procurement strategy across a significant and complex spend portfolio.
As Category Director, you will lead the development and execution of Group-wide category strategies across IT and corporate services, including software, hardware, cloud, telecoms, digital services, and professional services.
You will act as a trusted commercial partner to senior stakeholders, including the CIO and corporate leadership teams, ensuring procurement delivers measurable value, manages risk, and supports wider transformation and digital priorities.
You will be an experienced procurement leader with a strong track record in IT and indirect category management within large, complex organisations.
You will bring:
This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping procurement strategy within a major international organisation undergoing transformation and growth. You’ll have the autonomy to lead, influence and drive real commercial impact across a diverse and evolving category landscape.
Friday 3rd Jul 2026