Procurement Category Lead

7 days ago


Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Michael Page Full time

**Drive Continuous Cost Reductions and Improve Supplier Relationships**

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Category Lead to join our client's buying function in Northamptonshire.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead category management and sourcing projects, optimise ranges, and drive continuous cost reductions. As a key member of the procurement team, you will have full autonomy to own categories and support strategic business goals.

**Key Responsibilities**

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Reporting into head of procurement level
  • Analyse the market to assess the potential for new products and services
  • Leading category management and sourcing projects
  • Developing an exit strategy for unsuccessful products
  • Building and driving relationships with key vendors
  • Negotiate with suppliers to ensure maximum profitability

**Requirements**

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • 4+ years of experience in a sourcing role
  • Excellent time management skills and ability to work under pressure
  • Able to influence and challenge thinking and decision-making internally and externally
  • Direct experience with international suppliers and communications
  • Ability to translate market trends and customer needs into a sourcing brief

**Our Client Offers**

A market-leading package includes:

  • Salary: £52,000 - £62,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
  • 3 days on site, 2 from home
  • Bonus
  • Pension
  • 25 days annual leave (33 total inc. BH)
  • Carry over of 5 days at LM discretion
  • Buy annual leave looking to be introduced by the end of this year
  • EV salary sacrifice scheme
  • BHSF cash plan
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