Procurement Category Manager

2 days ago

Market Drayton, United Kingdom Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller Full time

Procurement Category ManagerFull-time / PermanentHybrid WorkingWe are recruiting for a Procurement Category Manager (Energy, Gas, Water Services, Chemicals, Co-Packing & Contract Manufacturing) to manage an area of spend of high complexity; creating robust spend category strategies and active business partnering with key stakeholders. This role can be based out of our Market Drayton, Telford, Droitwich or Manchester site.Key Responsibilities:Managing spend areaCreate and implement category strategies for key spend areas aligned with the Business Units and Group Service functionsEnsure procurement policy, processes and spend compliance rules are in placeSupport new product launches within the Business Units (involvement in strategic projects)Stakeholder ManagementCreate and present recommendations to the business unitsPresent key insight/updates to the key stakeholders covering data analysis & market insight in order to ensure effective planning and decision makingImplement a supplier relationship strategy to achieve the agreed KPIs and to develop sustainable added value potentialSignificant experience in Utilities procurement or other similarly heavily data-driven procurement categories. Experience in Food stuffs, FMCG or similar operational procurement. Clear understanding of requirements to support business but also what drives costs, able to challenge specifications and operational methods in working with stakeholders to drive value for the business from a procurement perspective.A capable project manager in their own right, able to drive action from a project team and deliver sourcing events to a defined and sometimes challenging timescaleCarry out continuous improvement and efficiency reviews within the function and business units with defined action plans detailing accountabilities and timelinesKey Skills and Experience:Minimum 5 years experience in ProcurementSpecialist knowledge & experience in the defined categories of Energy, Gas, Water Services, Chemicals, Co-Packing & Contract Manufacturing is desirableAbility to turn strategies and decisions into actionStrong communication skills at all levels within a businessExcellent data interpretation & analysis skillsCan participate in and lead project teams as requiredAdvanced Project Management skills would be desirableBenefits:Up to 15% annual bonus4 x Life Assurance policy£550 Car Allowance or Company CarPartner Private Medical Insurance25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service)Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Family LeaveEnhanced Bereavement LeavePension Employer Contribution Scheme (matched up to 8%)Exclusive access to Müller Rewards, offering a variety of online and in-store discountsThe Process:If you are interested in applying for the role of Procurement Category Manager and have the necessary skills and experience, then please apply via www.mullercareers.co.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr

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