Group Procurement Category Manager

7 days ago

Walsall, Walsall, United Kingdom Pepco Group Full time

About the opportunity...

We seek a highly skilled individual to join the Group Procurement Team for Professional Services & Marketing. Reporting to the Head of Group Procurement, as the GPCM, you will lead the end-to-end procurement and vendor management for the business across the category by implementing an efficient and economic 'value added' procurement strategy with the objective of delivering value and savings in line with business objectives, budget control and security of business continuity.

Your impact and responsibilities...

  • Create and be responsible for implementing and executing the procurement sub-category strategy, with a strong focus on cost savings and sustainability targets for the particular sub-category.
  • Co-create the procurement strategy for the whole category and support the Group Head of Procurement Category in cost optimisation, sustainability target delivery, and security of supply.
  • Providing the input for a budget of the particular procurement sub-category and controlling the budget realisation.
  • Builds the relationship with the suppliers in order to mitigate the risk of security of supply and price increase.
  • Being responsible for the SRM (Supplier Relationship Management) programme within the subcategory.
  • Lead and manage RFPs (Request for Proposals) with new and existing suppliers, aligned to the overall supplier strategy.
  • Lead projects within the particular procurement category focusing on efficiency improvement, sustainability agenda and cost optimisation.
  • Lead the reassessment of vendors (the particular procurement sub-category) on a periodic basis
  • Being responsible for acting according to governance across all entities, contract management, and supplier management activity across particular procurement category across Europe.
  • Conduct benchmarking and overall market assessment in subcategory on a global level, follow market trends, and proactively mitigate the risk of the company's expenses increasing.
  • Play an active role in the company's Sustainability plan to include ethical and responsible sourcing
  • Deliver against cost savings and working capital plans.
  • Ensure legal/policy compliance and transparency of procurement decisions.
  • Managing a team of 1-3 people and being responsible for their development

Skills and knowledge...

  • A degree and/or relevant MCIPS certificate.
  • Member of Procurement bodies such as the Chartered Institute of Procurement Specialists (CIPS) or other Industry associations.
  • Broad understanding of fast-moving business (FMCG / retail) and procurement needs.
  • Knowledge of procurement excellence, including process technology supporting procurement activities and ethical code.
  • Knowledge of ESG regulations and requirements
  • Robust background in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimisation
  • Commercial negotiation experience with a track record of delivering cost savings, service improvements, and supplier innovation.
  • Experience in managing multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Effective & successful team management to achieve procurement goals, negotiate favourable contracts, and implement innovative strategies within the Professional Services & Marketing category.
  • Effective communication and collaboration with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
  • Practical usage of ERP and procurement systems to support spending control and deliver savings.
  • Happy with some national and international business travel.
  • Highly proficient in spoken and written English.

Why choose us?

  • A bonus acknowledging your contributions to our success.
  • Enhanced family-friendly benefits, healthcare, and life assurance
  • Comprehensive induction plan and the opportunity to complete in-house development programmes and professional development to set you up for success.
  • In-store discounts along with exclusive discounts through our colleague's online benefits portal
  • Access to Employee Assistance to support your well-being.
  • A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement.

Ready to join us?

If you possess the drive to a strategic partnership, contribute to continuous improvement, and would like to thrive in a dynamic retail environment, we encourage you to apply

Who are we?

Pepco Group is a European multi-format discount retailer operating through three leading brands: Pepco, Poundland and Dealz. The group has an attractive long-term growth opportunity in a rising discount market within CEE and Western Europe.

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