Head of Category

7 months ago

London, United Kingdom William Hill Full time

This is a great opportunity to manage and lead this diverse marketing supply base and support and lead the Category Managers that report into you. This will include Category Management and delivery of initiatives that drive TCO resulting in annual savings/revenue of multi millions annually. As a Senior leadership Role in Procurement, you will also be tasked with improving the function as a whole working collaboratively and taking the initiative to improve the function.

You'll also be working closely with key stakeholders in business functions to define effective sourcing strategies and category implementation plans.

**What you will be doing**:

- Gaining and providing expert knowledge of the supply markets and categories including but not limited to MarTech, Sponsorships, Media, Creative, Production, and Market Research and through this bring insight and introduce new/innovative approaches or ways of working to optimize the delivery of the marketing category
- Building a full category strategy with full alignment and buy in from the marketing stakeholders whilst Identifying, prioritising, and sourcing SRM projects within the category across different spend areas, to be incorporated in the annual procurement plan
- Driving initiatives to deliver significant cost reductions or incremental revenue and ensuring strategies are implemented and TCO reductions secured, according to implementation plans as agreed with business stakeholders
- Leading and implementing all sourcing activities and all renewals (RFI, RFP, Negotiation, Auctions, Benchmarking)
- Actively managing our key “partner suppliers” that will drive continued in contract innovation, service and cost reduction whilst maintaining contractual and business relations and driving negotiations with all assigned suppliers
- Leading from the front by sourcing and negotiating yourself and also leading a team of category managers. Therefore, strong leadership skills are essential for your team, the function and wider business. Your ability to roll up your sleeves and do fundamental renewal management, organise pitches, lead negotiations and RFPs, is critical.
- Structuring contracts - working to input key SLAs, Service Credits and working with supplier and internal legal counsel to ensure robust contracting is done and assessing regular performance of key suppliers driving the improvement of performance.

**Who we are looking for**:

- In depth experience of Marketing Procurement is important for this role covering above the line and below the line marketing
- Excellent knowledge of key contractual clauses and experience in best-in-class sourcing and category management
- Clear and demonstrable achievements in Procurement in varied industry sectors
- Excellent stakeholder management skills with proven ability to influence at senior levels
- Member of CIPS (MCIPS) (preferable).

**What we offer**

Our roles offer more than just a job, you’ll become part of the William Hill family We have created an environment where our people can thrive. Check out some of the fantastic benefits on offer:

- **Financial**:Competitive salary, car allowance and bonus schemes.
- **Hybrid working**:Our employees can work from home up to 80% of the time with 20% of office time built in to ensure we get some face-to-face collaborative team time - and the chance for a coffee and a catch-up
- **Holiday entitlement**:You’ll be entitled to 25 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays and an extra day for your birthday.
- **Perks and discounts**:Discounts at a range of high-street retailers.
- **Family support**:Industry-leading maternity and paternity leave and paid time off if you have caring responsibilities.
- **Health & wellbeing**:Tools and services to help support your well-being, including support with mental health and financial education. You will also have access to gym discounts and our cycle to work scheme.
- **Travel card**:Enjoy access to our heavily discounted Zone 1-6 Oyster/Metro card for convenient commuting.
- **Healthcare**:We prioritise your health and well-being, offering comprehensive healthcare options.
- **Pension package and life assurance**: Safeguarding your financial future and offering peace of mind.

**More about 888 William Hill**

We’re a business that embraces change and progress. With a rich history behind us, we’ve learned a lot and have led the industry in many ways. One thing that doesn’t change is that we always aim to ‘go one better’. Now part of 888 holdings group, together we’re on a journey to build a better business.

At 888 William Hill, you’ll benefit from flexibility and a culture built on trust. We’ll give you the space to be yourself and the tools you need to protect our customers while they play. We’ll invest in your future to help you develop your unique strengths and build a career that’s right for you.

**Apply**

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