Category Specialist

2 months ago

London, United Kingdom Pink Recruitment Solutions Limited Full time

**We are looking for a Category Spialist to join our fantastic global client at their offices in London.**

**Responsible for: -**
- Purchasing categories utilising strategic sourcing processes and techniques to ensure competitive supply advantage with the aim of driving improvements and efficiency in the supply chain.
- Conducts market analysis activities and develops expertise with the market conditions of assigned categories.
- Develops supplier relationships ensuring, value creation cost reduction and compliance with purchasing policies. Utilises strategic cost management tools and trend forecasts to assist in maximising value of supplier relationships and contracts.
- Develops category management plans and oversees implementation of new supply arrangements in conjunction with relevant business experts.
- Leading category teams which include business partner SMEs, procurement analysts, contractors, internal/external stakeholders and procurement or business professionals.
- Formulating fit for purpose contracts.
- Leading or participating in ad-hoc project teams.

**Competencies / Skills**:

- Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
- Collaborative and able to build relationships with multiple groups including other business units, higher levels of management and external suppliers.
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and capable to complete tasks thoroughly. Ability to discern discrepancies in data and reports.
- Degree educated (or equivalent)
- Preferably CIPS Qualified or studying towards qualification
- Considerable experience of contract review, formulation and execution.
- Flexible attitude towards working hours
- Experience in IT or marketing related category sourcing preferable

You will be rewarded with a competitive salary and benefits package.

**Salary**: £45,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

- London, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location

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