Category Manager
3 weeks ago
We are Merton United, One Borough one Team at an exciting point in our journey. Working for Merton means that you will be making a difference to the lives of local residents and businesses. Together we are finding new ways to work more efficiently to serve our community.
As Procurement at Merton continues to evolve. we are looking for a skilled, commercially motivated Category Manager to help us achieve significant savings and cost efficiencies. The role will be pivotal in driving forward and challenging the Council's approach to Category Management and its Make or Buy agenda. The role will also be integral in assisting the Council deliver its strategic priorities and its Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS), in line with the changes being brought about by the new Public Procurement Act.
As one of two commercial strategic leads, you will bring commercial and procurement expertise and acumen to senior level business planning and decision-making. It is essential that the post holder fosters strong and effective working relationships with the directorates, including the Corporate Management Team (CMT) and Members. The post holder will influence, advise and constructively challenge to achieve best possible outcomes for our residents through the Council's considerable external spend. As the commercial and procurement specialist on Departmental Procurement Boards, the post holder will participate in decision-making, driving efficiency and forward planning across the Council.
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