Category Manager
2 weeks ago
Our global manufacturing client has created a new role for a Commodity Manager.
The Commodity Manager will strategically manage a specific group or category of products and services to optimise the procurement and overall performance of the designated categories.
Responsibilities of the role will include:
- comprehensive category strategies
- contract negotiations with suppliers
- market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and risks within assigned categories
- and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and monitor contract performance through regular reviews
- and qualify potential suppliers through rigorous evaluation processes
- risk assessments to identify potential threats to the supply chain
Experience and knowledge requires for the role:
- experience working in similar procurement, category management, or strategic sourcing roles
- in developing and implementing category strategies
- negotiation and contract management skills
- analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, conduct market research, and identify insights to inform decision-making
- communication and interpersonal skills
- build strong working relationships with colleagues and suppliers
- work independently, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Travel for supplier visits and conferences as required
Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package and hybrid working
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Category Manager
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Glasgow, United Kingdom Escape Full timeOur global manufacturing client has created a new role for a Commodity Manager. The Commodity Manager will strategically manage a specific group or category of products and services to optimise the procurement and overall performance of the designated categories. Responsibilities of the role will include: Develop comprehensive category strategies Lead...
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Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Escape Full timeOur global manufacturing client has created a new role for a Commodity Manager.The Commodity Manager will strategically manage a specific group or category of products and services to optimise the procurement and overall performance of the designated categories.Responsibilities of the role will include: Develop comprehensive category strategiesLead contract...
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Glasgow, United Kingdom Escape Recruitment Services Full timeOur global manufacturing client has created a new role for a Commodity Manager.The Commodity Manager will strategically manage a specific group or category of products and services to optimise the procurement and overall performance of the designated categories.Responsibilities of the role will include: comprehensive category strategiescontract negotiations...
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Glasgow, United Kingdom Escape Recruitment Services Full timeOur global manufacturing client has created a new role for a Commodity Manager.The Commodity Manager will strategically manage a specific group or category of products and services to optimise the procurement and overall performance of the designated categories.Responsibilities of the role will include: comprehensive category strategiescontract negotiations...
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Category Manager
2 weeks ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom Escape Recruitment Services Full timeOur global manufacturing client has created a new role for a Commodity Manager. The Commodity Manager will strategically manage a specific group or category of products and services to optimise the procurement and overall performance of the designated categories. Responsibilities of the role will include: comprehensive category strategies contract...
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Glasgow, United Kingdom Escape Recruitment Services Full timeOur global manufacturing client has created a new role for a Commodity Manager.The Commodity Manager will strategically manage a specific group or category of products and services to optimise the procurement and overall performance of the designated categories.Responsibilities of the role will include: comprehensive category strategiescontract negotiations...
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Glasgow, United Kingdom Escape Recruitment Services Full timeOur global manufacturing client has created a new role for a Commodity Manager. The Commodity Manager will strategically manage a specific group or category of products and services to optimise the procurement and overall performance of the designated categories. Responsibilities of the role will include: comprehensive category strategies contract...
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