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Strategic Procurement Category Leader

3 months ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Signet Resources Full time

Signet Resources is seeking experienced procurement professionals with expertise in both direct and indirect category management. A comprehensive understanding of the procurement lifecycle is crucial for this role.

As the Category Procurement Expert, you will serve as the commercial authority for your designated category. Utilizing your market knowledge, you will formulate and execute strategies that ensure our client maintains a competitive edge in commercial agreements.

Key Responsibilities:

Supplier Oversight: Manage a diverse supplier portfolio, driving continuous enhancement and value addition throughout the contract duration. Market Analysis: Deliver extensive category insights and market intelligence to internal teams. Formulate category strategies, facilitate sourcing initiatives, and oversee category-related risks. Commercial Acumen: Apply your commercial insights to quickly respond to market fluctuations. Stakeholder Collaboration: Engage proactively with internal stakeholders to refine category strategies, comprehend business requirements, and manage expenditures and suppliers. Tender Oversight: Direct and assess competitive tenders and proposals for products and services. Supplier Liaison: Act as a primary contact for suppliers within your category. Reporting Duties: Ensure prompt and precise reporting on sourcing initiatives utilizing available resources. Compliance Adherence: Follow company and departmental standards, policies, and procedures diligently.

This is an excellent opportunity to work with a reputable organization.

Base Location: Flexible work arrangement with a hybrid model.
Working Hours: Standard full-time hours.
Generous employer pension contribution
and additional benefits.

Required Skills:

Networking Proficiency: Capability to foster productive relationships across teams and collaborate on flexible solutions. Challenging Conventional Practices: Ability to question industry standards and pinpoint opportunities for performance enhancement. Negotiation Skills: Proven experience in leading intricate supplier negotiations, managing substantial values. Process Insight: Strong grasp of pre and post-deal processes and their significance in delivering value. Influence and Change Leadership: Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and suppliers to instigate meaningful change. Supply Chain Acumen: Experience in complex supply chain settings is advantageous. Risk Management Skills: Proficient in prioritizing and managing risk and complexity effectively.

If you possess these qualifications, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.