Supply Chain Specialist

5 days ago


Stockport, Stockport, United Kingdom Opals Group Full time

Opals Group is seeking a talented Procurement Category Manager to join our team in Stockport. This exciting opportunity offers a competitive salary of £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, plus benefits.

About the Role

You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of procurement within a designated category of spend, developing and implementing strategic plans to align with our overall procurement and organisational objectives.

Main Responsibilities
  1. Develop Category Strategies: Develop and implement strategic plans for the assigned category, aligning with our overall procurement and organisational objectives.
  2. Manage Supplier Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers within the category. Negotiate contracts, terms, and conditions to secure favourable pricing, quality, and delivery terms.
  3. Lead Sourcing Process: Lead the sourcing process for the category, from supplier identification and selection to contract award and implementation.
  4. Drive Cost Savings: Drive cost reduction initiatives within the category through price negotiations, supplier consolidation, and demand management strategies.
  5. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with the category, such as supply chain disruptions, quality issues, and regulatory compliance.
About Opals Group

We are a dynamic and fast-growing company, committed to delivering high-quality engineering solutions to our clients.

We offer a supportive environment where employees can take control of their own personal development and career progression.

We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunities employer, committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees.



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