Category Buyer

3 days ago


Norwich, United Kingdom Norse Group Full time

**Category Buyer**

Norse Group is a multi-disciplined service provider to a growing portfolio of public and private sector clients, operating through a number of different partnerships and delivering expertise across commercial, care and property consulting.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Category Buyer to join the Procurement team based at our Head Office in Norwich.

As Category Buyer you will be responsible for developing Norse Group spend categories and contract implementation, focusing on achieving optimum value delivery, and growth of supplier and stakeholder relationships. This will include:

- Developing and implementing sourcing and category plans aligned to category needs across the Norse Group.
- Providing regular market analysis, benchmark data and supplier evaluation, supporting category planning and risk management.
- Managing supplier performance and continuous improvement ensuring contracts meet and exceed business objectives.
- Providing support and advice in the sourcing of new solutions and materials.

You will have previous strategic procurement experience and commercial awareness across a broad range of sectors, alongside:

- Holding MCIPS or equivalent procurement qualification (or working toward).
- Working knowledge of procurement performance measures and in-depth understanding of strategic sourcing tools and techniques.
- Excellent organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to effectively engage at all levels with multiple stakeholders.
- Innovative problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Full UK Driving License to meet the travel requirements of the role.

**Our Offer**
- Competitive salary £38,581.44
- 25 Days annual leave + bank holidays
- 8-week sickness pay scheme + Stat NEST Pension
- On-site free parking
- Excellent career progression

**_We are committed to employment practices and behaviours which encourage diversity, promote equality of treatment and eliminate unlawful and or unfair discrimination._**

**_ Please read the attached job description and person specification to ensure you meet the criteria for the role before applying._


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