Category Management Professional

3 weeks ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Aviva Full time

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled Category Management Professional to join our team at Aviva. As a key member of our procurement team, you will be responsible for maximizing value through the end-to-end commercial management of our key suppliers and associated third-party spend.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and deliver category plans to drive value from the supply chain.
  • Meet agreed commercial targets for the category, including delivery of balanced cost reductions.
  • Manage all relevant category or sub-category spend, ensuring effective stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • Collaborate with various functions to ensure a holistic procurement strategy and plan is executed.

Requirements:

  • Proven expertise in commercial and stakeholder management, driving positive relationships and results.
  • Extensive experience leading and managing end-to-end sourcing processes for optimized outcomes.
  • Strong background in Category Management, strategically aligning procurement with business goals.
  • CIPS qualification, degree, or equivalent is highly desirable.

What We Offer:

  • Starting salary circa £50,000 (depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications).
  • Bonus opportunity – 10% of annual salary, depending on performance and Aviva's results.
  • Generous pension scheme – Aviva will contribute up to 14%.
  • 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days.
  • Make your money go further – Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts.
  • Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme.
  • Brilliantly supportive policies, including parental and carer's leave.
  • Flexible benefits to suit you, including sustainability options such as cycle to work.
  • Make a difference, be part of our Aviva Communities, and use your 3 paid volunteering days to help others.
  • We take your wellbeing seriously, with lots of support and tools.


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