Procurement Senior Category Manager

6 days ago


Salford, Salford, United Kingdom Sopra Steria - UK Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Procurement Senior Category Manager to join our team at Sopra Steria - UK. As a key member of our procurement team, you will be responsible for leading and mentoring a team of buying staff, developing and implementing category strategies, and driving the uptake of portfolio across the landscape.

Key Responsibilities
  • Category Leadership: Develop and implement short and long-term category strategies to drive business value and improve quality.
  • Team Management: Lead, mentor, and support a team of buying staff of different levels, ensuring they have the necessary skills and resources to succeed.
  • Procurement Support: Offer procurement support to the Customer Service Directorates, Heads of Procurement, and Key Leaders on a national footprint.
  • Project Management: Lead a portfolio of projects, working closely with key partners to influence procurement choices and drive savings and efficiencies.
  • Compliance and Governance: Ensure compliance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, including relevant policy and guidance.
Requirements
  • Public Sector Experience: Proven experience in public sector procurement, including management of teams and resources.
  • Category Expertise: Strong understanding and experience of e-sourcing and e-procurement solutions.
  • Leadership and Collaboration: Ability to lead and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including key support teams and partners.
  • Business Acumen: Strong business acumen and understanding of the healthcare sector.
What We Offer
  • Competitive Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum.
  • Benefits Package: £5,400 car allowance, 25 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days, health cash plan, private medical, life assurance, pension, and generous flexible benefits fund.
  • Flexible Working: We support different ways of working and can offer a range of flexible working arrangements.
About Sopra Steria - UK

Sopra Steria - UK is a leading provider of digital services and software development, working closely with the NHS to deliver corporate services and value for money to the taxpayer. We are proud members of the NHS family and share common values and unity of purpose with the rest of the NHS family.



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