Marketing Category and Sourcing Manager

OverviewJoin us as a Marketing Category and Sourcing Manager at Barclays, to optimise and address Barclays 3rd party spend requirements, including the definition, development and implementation of approaches for relevant spend category and requirements with close collaboration with the business and execution of strategic sourcing across a wide range of marketing categories.Required Experience and SkillsStakeholder ManagementStrong Organisation Skills and Time ManagementCommercial KnowledgeContract NegotiationsProcurement best in class practicesSome other highly valued skills may include: Resilience, Self‑starter, Marketing Knowledge.Risk and controlsChange and transformationBusiness acumenStrategic thinkingDigital and technologyJob‑specific technical skillsLocationsThis role can be based out of Glasgow, Northampton or Knutsford.Purpose and ScopeTo optimise and address Barclays 3rd party spend requirements, including the definition, development and implementation of approaches for relevant spend categories and requirements with close collaboration with the business and execution of strategic sourcing and buying channel development/optimisation.AccountabilitiesProfile spend in category area and develop understanding of business strategy, business requirements, cost levers and opportunities.Collaboration with internal stakeholders to identify sourcing needs, develop requests for proposal and ensure sourcing activities align to the bank’s needs and priorities.Planning & ExecutionPlanning and execution of sourcing events including RFP/ RFXs, negotiations to best meet the business requirements for value, speed, compliance, risk.Monitoring & ComplianceMonitoring and guiding of controls and compliance requirements to be met through the category and sourcing cycle from request to contract, including regulatory engagement, controls, audits, data quality etc.Policies & ProceduresDevelopment, implementation and operation of policies and procedures for sourcing activities aligned to the policies, standards, relevant compliance and regulation.Change & EfficiencyIdentification and delivery of change opportunities to improve effectiveness, control and efficiency of sourcing processes including buying channel optimisation for relevant categories of spend (catalogues, demand challenge etc.).Industry TrendsIdentification of industry trends and development related to sourcing and category management by attending conferences, participating in training, and conducting market research on techniques and tools.ExpectationsTo advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions. Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function.Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives and determination of reward outcomes.Leadership BehavioursFor people leaders: Listen and be authentic, Energise and inspire, Align across the enterprise, Develop others.Contributor RoleFor an individual contributor: Lead collaborative assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. Identify new directions for assignments and/or projects, identifying a combination of cross‑functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes.ConsultationConsult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues.Risk ManagementIdentify ways to mitigate risk and developing new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda. Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done.CollaborationPerform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub‑function.Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy.AnalysisEngage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practises (in other areas, teams, companies, etc.) to solve problems creatively and effectively.Communication and Stakeholder InfluenceCommunicate complex information. Complex information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience.Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes.Corporate ValuesAll colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave. #J-18808-Ljbffr