Category Manager

5 days ago


Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom Elevation Recruitment Group Full time

Elevation Recruitment Group's Procurement & Supply Chain division is seeking a seasoned professional to join their team as a Group Procurement Manager. This is a full-time, permanent position that requires a strategic thinker who can maximize efficiency and contribute to business results.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of procurement expertise, with a focus on indirect categories such as marketing, IT, facilities, recruitment, and hotels. Key responsibilities will include:

  • Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure seamless project coordination and effective communication.
  • Procurement Policy Enforcement: Ensure adherence to procurement policies and procedures, promoting a culture of compliance throughout the organization.
  • Category Planning: Develop, implement, and refresh category plans to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize supplier relationships.
  • Tender Evaluation and Negotiation: Conduct thorough evaluations of supplier bids and negotiate contracts that meet business needs.
  • Contract Management: Monitor and improve supplier delivery, quality, and cost performance, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to agreed-upon plans.
  • Supplier Qualification: Lead the supplier qualification process for new and existing sources of supply, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

The successful candidate will possess:

  • 3-5 years of indirect procurement experience
  • Proven project management and stakeholder management skills
  • A track record of cost savings and service level improvements
  • Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship management skills
  • Familiarity with basic engineering principles (desirable)
  • CIPS qualification (desirable)


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