Category Management Specialist

5 days ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Bramwith Consulting Full time

Join a leading UK organisation at an exciting time of transformation within their procurement team.

As a Junior Procurement Manager, you will support end-to-end category management across various spend areas, both direct and indirect. You'll work collaboratively with stakeholders, assist with competitive tenders, and ensure value is delivered throughout the entire contract lifecycle.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity for someone with category management experience looking to develop their procurement career in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment.

What You'll Bring:

  1. Proven experience in managing categories from strategy development through to contract management, delivering value across the procurement lifecycle.
  2. Exposure to both indirect services and direct goods/equipment, with the ambition to expand your expertise.
  3. Involvement in all stages of the procurement process, from initial market analysis and supplier selection to contract negotiation and performance management.
  4. A passion for introducing fresh ideas to enhance commercial value and improve procurement processes.
  5. Ability to work closely with internal stakeholders to shape and support procurement strategies that align with broader organisational goals.
  6. Experience in managing the full procurement lifecycle, including supplier engagement, contract management, and driving continuous improvement.

You'll be working closely with senior members of the procurement team, giving you ample opportunity to develop your category management skills and gain further exposure to strategic procurement.

Estimated Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 per annum



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