Strategic Category Manager

3 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Smart DCC Full time

Estimated salary: £55,000-£65,000 per annum.

Company Overview

Smart DCC is a leading company that delivers innovative solutions to its clients. Our procurement team plays a critical role in ensuring that we source the best products and services at competitive prices.

As a Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for leading the Technology category and delivering a category-led buying approach.

  1. Main Responsibilities:
  • Manage and deliver sourcing activity for assigned projects and categories using established negotiation, benchmarking, and strategic sourcing techniques.
  • Work with Senior Procurement Managers and Executives to set and implement sourcing and procurement strategies for assigned procurement projects.
Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  1. Key Skills:
  • Strong research and analytical capabilities, including supply market research, spend analysis, business requirements analysis, and bidder response evaluation.
  • Experience working in a highly regulated environment, ideally with experience in both the Public and Private Sector.
Benefits

This is an excellent opportunity to join Smart DCC as a Procurement Manager and work on high-profile procurement projects. You will have the chance to develop your skills and expertise while working in a dynamic and collaborative environment.



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