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Lead Specialist in Category Management

3 months ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Integral UK Ltd Full time

Lead Specialist in Category Management - UK Based – Flexible Working Options Available

ABOUT INTEGRAL UK LTD

Integral UK Ltd, a subsidiary of JLL, is a premier provider of Mechanical, Electrical, and Fabric property maintenance services. We deliver Planned, Preventative, and Reactive Maintenance to a diverse clientele across numerous locations. Our commitment is to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of all buildings we manage.

As part of the JLL family, Integral is integrated into a global network dedicated to transforming the real estate landscape for a better future. Our collaborative approach is distinctive, enabling us to tackle challenges across the broader real estate sector. By prioritizing technology in our service delivery and partnering with a range of proptech innovators, our expert engineers can manage buildings more effectively, ensuring we grasp the intricacies of operations, enhance user experiences, and assist businesses in their journey towards sustainability.

Integral places great emphasis on its people. We are dedicated to providing services with empathy and respect, particularly during challenging times when our support is most crucial.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

The Lead Specialist in Category Management is a critical position within our Sourcing and Procurement Team, reporting directly to the Head of Procurement. This role is essential for providing robust leadership to our Category Management team and developing a comprehensive strategy for managing our Supply Chain and Category Management functions.

The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated history of cultivating and leading high-performing teams, possess extensive market knowledge across all service lines and sectors relevant to Integral's operations, and will be responsible for crafting a supply chain and Category Management strategy that aligns with the business's objectives and delivers optimal results.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Lead and mentor a high-performing team of Category Managers, ensuring clear objectives and fostering a culture of collaboration and professional development.
  • Create a detailed Category Management program that defines commercial strategies for each category, identifying consolidation opportunities and aligning with the business's strategic direction.
  • Maintain strong market awareness to inform category plans and proactively enhance category strategies and commercial outcomes.
  • Oversee the Supply Chain, focusing on optimizing the Preferred Supplier List (PSL) and ensuring a comprehensive solution that meets all business sector needs.
  • Develop a thorough understanding of Integral's self-delivery capabilities versus subcontracting needs, ensuring a robust supply chain solution.
  • Collaborate with Senior Client Sourcing Leads to convert non-preferred spending to the PSL, maximizing conversion opportunities and reporting progress to the Integral Board.
  • Achieve financial targets while seeking additional benefits and mitigating challenges such as inflation and material shortages.
  • Drive the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) program to enhance collaboration with our PSL and gain insights into their performance and strategic initiatives.
  • Promote the PSL through various engagement events to enhance understanding and collaboration across the business.
  • Build strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders within Integral and JLL, ensuring effective participation in supply chain activities.
  • Manage the Alliance Programme, focusing on value creation through collaboration and alignment with our partners.
  • Support new business initiatives and protect existing client relationships through strategic supplier recommendations.
  • Oversee the Supplier Onboarding process, ensuring compliance and risk management in supplier selection.
  • Contribute to the development of the Integral Sourcing and Procurement Playbook and Innovations Playbook.
  • Participate in annual strategy planning, aligning with the JLL Category Management team to maximize leverage opportunities.
  • Support ESG and Diversity strategies by identifying opportunities to engage diverse suppliers.
  • Collaborate with Health and Safety teams to ensure compliance among subcontractors.
  • Work with Business Intelligence to maintain accurate supply chain data and reporting.
  • Serve as the primary contact for Category Management inquiries and supply chain development opportunities.
  • Provide updates on Category Management activities and key metrics for monthly reporting to leadership.

EXPECTATIONS:

  • Build and lead a high-performing Category Management team.
  • Develop market-leading strategies that enhance supply chain performance.
  • Optimize the Supply Chain with a focus on PSL adherence.
  • Utilize data-driven decision-making to foster competitive environments.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify immediate and long-term benefits.
  • Provide strategic insights to enhance operational efficiencies.
  • Demonstrate strong negotiation skills with a proven track record of success.
  • Engage with JLL's Category Management team to share best practices and leverage opportunities.
  • Lead key initiatives including the Alliance Programme and ESG strategies.
  • Foster strategic supplier relationships and implement effective SRM programs.
  • Showcase value, insights, and innovation in all initiatives.
  • Deliver results in challenging environments and fast-paced settings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Procurement or Supply Chain preferred.
  • Over 10 years of experience in Category Management within Hard FM Services or engineering sectors in the UK.
  • At least 5 years in a leadership role within Category Management.
  • Professional certifications such as CIPS or CPM, or equivalent advanced degrees.
  • Proven experience in supplier management techniques and risk management.
  • Strong leadership, negotiation, and project management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficient in MS Office and familiar with CAFM systems and e-Sourcing tools.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with large datasets.

What you can expect from us:

We believe in collective success and the importance of inspiring one another. Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to your career growth, well-being, and competitive compensation.

We look forward to seeing how your ambitions align with our mission at Integral UK Ltd.