Global Category Manager

Base Location:
Glasgow, Perth, Inverness, Reading (or other main office locations)

Salary:
£ competitive + car /car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern:
Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role
SSE's core purpose is to provide the energy people need in a reliable and sustainable way. Our strategy is to deliver sustained growth in the dividend payable to shareholders through the efficient operation of, and investment in, a balanced range of regulated and non-regulated businesses.

We have a truly exciting opportunity to join our organisation in a newly-established role as Global Category Manager for Cabling sitting within SSE's Procurement Operations function, supporting our Networks businesses – Transmission and Distribution, Renewables and wider Group companies.

Reporting to the Head of Global Category Management, you will be responsible for the strategic development and execution of a Global Category Plan for Cable Supply and Cable Works and Services within the global market. The Global Category Manager will be an expert in these categories (across all voltage ranges) and have an in-depth knowledge of market conditions and activities (incl. supply chain and competitor analysis), to best inform how to maximise value for the group and each BU. The Global Category Manager will be the control point of SSE's route to market and will lead, or project manage others to best inform a range of sourcing activities in support of group and BU specific category plans in accordance with all policies and procedures.

The Global Category Manager will liaise with stakeholders, supply chain and third-party insight/forum organisations on a regular basis, to ensure that the status of category plans remain current and reflective market conditions, and that real time cost data is accurate and available for use by the wider SSE Procurement & Commercial team.

Working with our Supplier Relationship Management team, the Global Category Manager will be responsible for maintaining effective relationships with stakeholders & supply chain, (pre/post contract placement ), to ensure that essential support is provided as and when required throughout the lifecycle of our projects.

The Global Category Manager will be responsible for identifying new market entrants and where applicable, the development of the relationship with the supplier, for supplier development, innovation and bringing insights to bear.

You will

• Develop, monitor and manage effective strategic category management plans and value propositions in accordance with the overall procurement strategy, processes and procedures.
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the development and delivery of the Cabling Global Category Plan and category strategies that are aligned with group and business unit strategies and value drivers.
• Develop and foster relationships with stakeholders, technical specialists, suppliers, collaborative bodies and market-place forums.
• Work with stakeholders to best inform demand, project programmes and standardise specifications.
• Maintain and convey high level of market intelligence to stakeholders to inform strategic decision making including market sector capacity, demand and new technology developments.

You have

• An expert level understanding and experience of Category Management (specialism in Cable preferred) and the development and communication of corresponding procurement strategies; and a track record of delivering high value or high risk/complex procurement projects within challenging timescales. Your ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, be flexible and quickly adapt to changing priorities is key, plus an ability to secure commitment from all stakeholders.
• A broad knowledge of Cable supply markets (goods, works and services), end to end supply chain (and value chain) and the associated contracting options – with an ability to draft and negotiate specific and appropriate terms, including dispute procedures.
• Keen commercial awareness and appreciation of contractual risk and significant experience in drafting and negotiating the suite of NEC3 Contracts and/or FIDIC Contracts.
• Strong analytical skills and an ability to present data with meaning and impact, and in a way which enables effective business decision making.

About SSE
SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world's largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.

Our Procurement & Commercial teams help us get the best service and value from partners, while ensuring suppliers meet compliance, contractual and business obligations.

Flexible Benefits To Fit Your Life
Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact / to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?
Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.