Category Management Director

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Russell Taylor Group Full time
Job Title: Category Management Director

Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Category Manager to join our team at Russell Taylor Group. As a Category Management Director, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a category strategy to drive cost savings and improve supplier relationships.

About the Role:
  • Develop a category strategy to drive cost savings and improve supplier relationships.
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to track progress.
  • Ensure all risks associated with the category are documented and updated in the department risk register.
  • Engage with 3rd party stakeholders and oversee stakeholder engagement.
  • Influence stakeholders associated with the category of spend.

Requirements:
  • Relevant technical or business degree.
  • 7-10 years of purchasing experience in a related role.
  • Proven track record in negotiation and supplier relationship management.
  • ERP systems knowledge, including SAP and SAP ARIBA.
  • Petrol station management and fit-out experience, including retail operations, construction, fit-out, and shop operations.

What we offer:
  • 25 days annual leave (increasing with service).
  • 10% company contribution pension, rising to 15% with service.
  • Bonus.
  • Private medical insurance.
  • Holiday purchase.
  • Free canteen.
  • Free secure on-site parking.
  • Access to employee assistance programmes with a range of discounts.


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