Category Manager

2 months ago


East London, United Kingdom Cedar Recruitment Full time

Cedar Recruitment is pleased to be supporting a leading Housing Association with the recruitment of an experienced Category Manager to work across M&E Category.

The Role:

The Category Manager will be responsible for developing and leading strategic sourcing activities and agreeing a procurement strategy, taking a commercial and compliant approach in developing appropriate routes to market.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive procurement strategy to meet the needs of the Housing Association.
  • Lead strategic sourcing activities to identify and engage with suppliers, ensuring compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and develop solutions to meet those needs.
  • Manage and maintain relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of goods and services.
  • Monitor and report on procurement performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes as necessary.

Requirements:

The successful candidate will have:

  • Proven experience in category management and strategic sourcing.
  • Strong commercial acumen and ability to develop and implement procurement strategies.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong focus on delivering results.

What We Offer:

Cedar Recruitment is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for professional development and growth.


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