Category Management Expert

2 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Bramwith Consulting Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to join our team at Bramwith Consulting, driving the transformation of our procurement function. As a key member of our organisation, you will be responsible for leading a team of 3 procurement managers/buyers, developing and implementing category strategies across commodities and capital projects.

The successful candidate will have significant experience in contract management, negotiations, and building relationships within complex organisations. They will also possess strong communication and delegation skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire the team to deliver projects effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Develop and imbed procurement category strategy across commodities and capital projects
  2. Drive change and challenge the status quo, bringing new ideas to the team
  3. Monitor the wider market for opportunities to innovate, identify pricing changes and enact positive impact on the procurement function
  4. Mitigate risks associated with sourcing activities to ensure compliance
  5. Lead the team to develop, motivate and inspire staff to deliver projects effectively and engage business stakeholders

Requirements:

  • Significant procurement experience with a matrix organisation required
  • Highly adept in contract management & negotiations
  • A proven track record of building relationships with complex/changing organisations
  • Experience within capex procurement beneficial
  • Relevant industry experience such as Oil & Gas, Engineering or Manufacturing ideal
  • Excellent communication skills and a proven track record of enacting innovation/change within procurement
  • Degree Education with MCIPS ideal

Estimated Salary: £75,000 - £80,000 per annum + Package



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