Procurement and Category Specialist

3 weeks ago


Paisley, Renfrewshire, United Kingdom Anderson Knight Full time
Role Description: At Anderson Knight, we are looking for a Procurement and Category Specialist to join our team in Renfrewshire. This exciting opportunity offers an estimated salary of £40,000 - £50,000 per annum.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies to drive growth, optimise product assortment, and enhance customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, and excellent stakeholder management abilities.

Main Responsibilities:
* Develop and execute category strategies to meet company goals and market demands.
* Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive dynamics.
* Manage the product lifecycle from development to end-of-life, ensuring optimal product assortment.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, sales, and supply chain, to drive category performance.
* Negotiate with suppliers to secure favourable terms and conditions.
* Monitor and analyse category performance metrics, providing regular reports and insights to senior management.
* Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and process improvements.
* Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices to ensure the category remains competitive and innovative.

Requirements:
* Proven experience as a Category Manager or in a similar role.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
* SAP experience – preferred.

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