Procurement Category Lead for Indirect Spend Opportunities
3 days ago
Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 per annum, subject to experience
We are seeking an experienced Category Lead to join our Indirect Spend team, responsible for managing and steering the end-to-end sourcing of essential products and services for our depots.
As a key member of our team, you will work closely with our Indirect Spend Category Manager to support our operating companies and manage a portfolio of contracts across products and services, including waste and vending/catering, tools, and stationery.
Key responsibilities will include sourcing the right products and suppliers while mitigating risk to the business, as well as building strong relationships with external supply chain partners.
This is a challenging role that requires a commercially focused individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. If you have a background in facilities-related procurement, including experience in tendering for goods and services, contract creation, and negotiation, we would like to hear from you.
A sound understanding of procurement principles and practices is essential, as well as the ability to analyse bids and negotiate with suppliers.
We offer a hybrid working pattern, with the opportunity to work from home two days a week and in our Stockport office three days a week.
Stagecoach is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of background, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age.
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