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Your new company

In this role you will be responsible for managing, maintaining, and developing supply agreements to achieve best value for money and good procurement practise across the organisation.

Your new role

• Develop and execute category strategies to optimise cost, quality, and delivery performance.
• Conduct market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and risks within the assigned category.
• Manage supplier relationships, including negotiation of contracts, performance monitoring, and issue resolution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, and quality, to ensure alignment of category strategies with business objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance category performance and achieve cost savings targets.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to category management.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging trends to maintain a competitive edge.

What you'll need to succeed

• MCIPS or willing to work towards.
• Proven experience as a Category Manager
• Experience in Facilities Management
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work autonomously
• A strong understanding of data interpretation in relation to purchasing

What you'll get in return

• Growth opportunities
• Hybrid work system
• Company Pension
• Further Education support

What you need to do now

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