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Category Manager

2 months ago

Greenford, Greater London, United Kingdom Brompton Bicycle Full time

Job Title: Category Manager

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Category Manager to join our team at Brompton Bicycle. As a Category Manager, you will be responsible for managing the procurement of E-bike parts, including batteries, motors, and control modules. You will develop and implement long-term category strategies to achieve a secure and flexible supply chain, good supplier relationships, and best value from the supply base.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Strategy:
    • Develop a 35-year long-term purchasing strategy for each allocated category.
    • Conduct analysis, such as supply market trend analysis, spend analysis, and stock level analysis.
    • Implement the purchasing strategy for each allocated category to achieve the most beneficial supply base for the company, including cost savings, efficiency, and flexibility improvements, as well as risk avoidance and business contingency planning.
  • Sourcing/New Projects/Continuous Improvement Projects:
    • Work collaboratively with the NPI cross-functional project team and ensure early involvement of strategic procurement and suppliers in all relevant internal and external project activities.
    • Conduct project feasibility analysis regarding costing and lead times.
    • Conduct sourcing, RFI, RFP, RFQ, and supplier selection activities.
    • Purchase samples/prototypes.
    • Ensure suppliers deliver tasks to the agreed project timelines.
    • Set up all necessary item information in the ERP system, and all supplier documents/packages reflect the item information.
    • Bring suppliers new technology to benefit Brompton.
    • Implement all design changes on new and existing products via NPI or CR/CN process (including ensuring any changes are reflected in specifications and drawings by the Design team).
  • Contract Management:
    • Set up/negotiate/update contracts with existing and new suppliers appropriately, including prices, lead times, payment terms, delivery terms, service levels, and KPIs.
    • Ensure contracts are filed and stored appropriately.
    • Closely work with the Production Buying team to monitor and review performances with suppliers.
    • Agree and monitor improvement plans with suppliers if their performances deviate from the agreed KPIs in the contract.
  • Cost Management:
    • Monitor and report periodically the raw material price indices, such as steel, aluminum, rubber, etc.
    • Analyze changes (beneficial and adverse) and drive cost improvements through various purchasing tools and strategies.
    • Set up a cost estimation model for the allocated category.
    • Advise cross-functional team approaches/solutions to achieve the best value for money.
  • Supplier Relationship Management:
    • Build and drive relationships with suppliers to improve pricing and quality of services.
    • Ensure good communication at all times.
    • Establish an escalation process and prioritize any issues impacting the supply chain.
    • Periodically meet and audit with suppliers, including visits to suppliers as required.
  • Risk Management:
    • Update and review periodically the risk profile of every supplier and score against an internal matrix.
    • Manage procurement risks like supply disruption, lead time & price increases, supplier unreliability, IPR leakages, financial stability, and geopolitical risks.
    • Work with suppliers to agree on corrective actions to resolve escalated issues from the Production Buying team, such as deliveries and quality issues.

Requirements:

  • Who You Are:
    • Have in-depth knowledge of manufacturing process and supply markets in E-bike assemblies, e.g., batteries, motors, control modules, and electronic components like ICs, resistors, etc.
    • Must have analytical skills and be a problem solver.
    • Have excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office software, especially Excel to conduct data analysis.
    • Must have a basic understanding of engineering drawings.
    • Be proactive, attention to detail, and good at communication.
    • Have a track record of achievements in the purchasing area.
    • Have a full driving license.
  • Desired Experience:
    • Minimum 5 years category management experience in the manufacturing industry.
    • Contract management experience.
    • CIPS qualification.

About Brompton Bicycle:

Brompton Bicycle is a leading manufacturer of high-quality bicycles. We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our team is passionate about delivering exceptional products and services to our customers.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary.
  • Flexible working hours.
  • 9-day fortnight.
  • Annual leave 20 days, plus all UK bank holidays.
  • Workplace pension scheme.
  • Profit share bonus.
  • Brompton discount - up to 60% off Brompton bicycles and accessories.
  • Staff loan bike.
  • Onboarding induction program.
  • Free breakfast.
  • On-site canteen.
  • Breakout areas.
  • Social activities.
  • Learning and development opportunities.
  • Mental health support.
  • Paid leave.