Senior Group Category Manager
Kick-start your career in the online gaming world and experience the very latest in technology and innovation. Do you see yourself as one of those “out-of-the-box thinkers”, “Technical masterminds”, “Outstanding creatives”, or “Mind-boggling number crunchers”? If so, we want to welcome you to the Betway family and celebrate what makes you unique! Our global customer base is exploding and we need your skills to support us on this exciting journey! Don’t look back and submit your application before the opportunity passes you by. We’re building experiences that wow our customers – and that starts with bold, curious people who want to do work that matters. If you’re hungry to grow, excited by impact and ready for a challenge that will supercharge your career, this could be your moment. As our Senior Group Category Manager, you’ll play a key part in delivering and owning the end-to-end procurement strategy across digital media, creative, brand and performance marketing, building strong partnerships with Marketing, Finance, and Commercial teams. The role will focus on value delivery, performance optimisation, and innovation across a complex global supplier landscape, for us to stay ahead of the game.
- Own and deliver the global category strategy for Marketing, Media & Ad Tech, aligned to business objectives
- Develop short-, mid-, and long-term category plans based on market intelligence, supplier benchmarking, and demand analysis
- Drive cost optimisation, value creation, and innovation across the marketing supply base
- Build a robust pipeline of sourcing initiatives and renewals
- Lead sourcing across: Digital media (programmatic, paid social, search), Ad tech platforms (e.g., DSPs, data platforms, martech tools), Creative, brand, and performance marketing agencies
- Develop and implement digital media and ad tech sourcing strategies in partnership with Marketing teams
- Ensure alignment between global strategy and regional execution
- Lead end-to-end sourcing events (RFPs, RFQs, tenders) from specification to contract execution
- Negotiate complex commercial models (media pricing, agency retainers, incentive structures)
- Secure best-in-class contractual terms, balancing cost, quality, and risk
- Act as a trusted commercial partner to Marketing, Growth and Commercial teams
- Influence senior stakeholders to align on category strategies and sourcing decisions
- Collaborate with Finance and Legal to ensure benefit delivery, contract compliance, and financial transparency
- Ensure all procurement activity aligns with internal policies, governance, and risk frameworks
- Manage supplier risk, compliance, and audit readiness
- Track and report: Cost savings and value delivery, Supplier performance, Budget adherence and variance reporting
- Identify and support improvement initiatives in Sourcing processes, policy, guidance and reporting.
- Prepare and present regular reports to the Group Head of Procurement on strategic initiatives, savings, and compliance.
- Clear, confident communication (written and verbal), and the ability to breakdown complex ideas (required)
- A collaborative mindset, working smoothly with cross‑functional teams to hit shared goals (required)
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects without dropping the ball (required)
- Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to high‑quality work (required)
- Adaptability – you stay sharp, productive and positive in fast‑moving environments (required)
- 5+ years procurement experience, with strong exposure to Marketing / Media categories (required)
- Deep understanding of media buying, agency models, and marketing ecosystems (required)
- Strong Excel and data analysis skills; experience with BI tools is a plus (preferred)
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field (required)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to influence stakeholders (required)
- Proven ability to lead (required)
- Experience in process improvement and implementing procurement best practices (required)
- Familiarity with procurement metrics and performance tracking (required)
- Skilled in managing relationships across departments and geographies (required)
- Expertise in negotiating complex contracts and managing supplier agreements (required)
- In-depth knowledge of sports betting markets, including odds calculation, betting types and market trends (nice-to-have)
- Previous experience in the online gaming or casino industry, with a strong understanding of player behaviour and industry regulations (nice-to-have)
- Familiarity with gambling regulations and compliance requirements in various jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to legal standards (nice-to-have)
- Experience in developing and executing customer retention strategies (nice-to-have)
- CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent procurement certification preferred (preferred)
- Project management certification (e.g., PMP) is an advantage (nice-to-have)
- Experience in a multinational or group-level procurement environment (nice-to-have)
- Ability to balance cost, quality, and risk in procurement decisions (required)
- Strong analytical skills to interpret data and drive strategic decisions (required)
- Ability to identify trends, risks, and opportunities in procurement activities (required)
- Adapt at aligning procurement goals with broader business objective (required)
- Supergrowth is real here. Our learning and development programmes give you the tools, training and opportunities to level up fast.
- Your progress matters. Our Performance tool ensures you get meaningful feedback to support your development and superdrive your career.
- Support that has your back. Our Employee Assistance Programme offers resources for you and your family.
- Vitality Health Care
- Unum Dental
- Life Assurance & Income Protection
- Tusker car scheme
- Cycle to Work
- Retail discounts
Betway Group is an online gambling operator founded in 2006 and part of Super Group, which is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker SGHC. It provides entertainment across sports betting, casino and esports betting, built on proprietary and latest-generation technologies. The company offers interactive gaming experiences spanning pre-game and live sports betting, esports and casino in a regulated, responsible environment. Betway is headquartered in Gzira, Malta, and operates across multiple international markets.