Category Strategy Director

1 day ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Neos Networks Full time
Senior Category Specialist

Neos Networks is looking for a highly skilled Senior Category Specialist to join our Procurement team. As a key member of the Commercial and Procurement Team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing category strategies that deliver significant value across the business.

Coverage will include development of the Procurement and category strategy for areas of spend such as Indirect, Connectivity, Civils, and Network hardware, software and services. You will also be expected to provide input into and support Procurement strategic decision making and coaching of team members across the function.

Accountabilities:

  1. Develop and execute category strategies to achieve business objectives.
  2. Lead cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate procurement risks.
  3. Manage supplier relationships to ensure strategic partnerships.
  4. Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

The salary for this position is £62,500 - £75,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus performance-related bonus and a range of other benefits, including flexible working arrangements through our 'working differently' programme.



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