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Category Manager

2 months ago

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Category Manager - Direct

Salary ranging from £50-55k + car allowance + 25 days holiday plus bank holidays + life insurance + tonnes of other benefits


We are seeking a Category Manager responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for direct spend categories. This role involves managing supplier relationships, ensuring cost control, driving quality assurance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and timelines.


You probably want to know what is involved.


Supplier Selection and Management:

  • Identify and evaluate potential suppliers using data and insights; negotiate favourable terms and agreements.
  • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure value delivery.
  • Optimise the supplier base to drive cost efficiency while maintaining service quality and performance.
  • Conduct supplier reviews to evaluate, monitor, improve, or remove suppliers as necessary.

Cost Control:

  • Monitor and control procurement budgets to maximise efficiency and reduce expenses.
  • Implement cost-saving strategies without compromising on quality.

Quality Assurance:

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure procured goods/services meet quality and safety standards.
  • Work with suppliers to promptly resolve quality issues.
  • Ensure relevant SLAs are in place, monitored, and achieved.

Strategic Sourcing:

  • Deliver measurable savings within set timelines.
  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives.
  • Support strategic managed services partner selection and management.
  • Stay updated on market trends and technological advancements.

Contract Management:

  • Collaborate with the legal department to ensure robust contract agreements.
  • Negotiate and manage supplier contracts for advantageous terms.
  • Regularly review and update contracts to meet changing business needs.
  • Lead supplier development, including dispute resolution.

Cross-Functional & Stakeholder Collaboration:

  • Engage with stakeholders to ensure procurement specifications are met and approved supplier lists are adhered to.
  • Collaborate across teams to align procurement activities with project timelines and goals.

Compliance and Risk Management:

  • Ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and ESG standards in all procurement practices.
  • Identify and mitigate procurement-related risks.
  • Manage supplier governance through contract management to reduce risk and ensure compliance.


What experience do we need from you?

  • Minimum of 5 years in direct spend category management.
  • Degree or relevant technical qualification.
  • Experience in construction, manufacturing, or engineering environments is preferred.

Skills:

  • Work at Pace: Adaptability to change and fast-paced work environments.
  • Strong Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional collaboration and communication abilities.
  • Self-Motivated: Proactive and driven individual.
  • Team Player: Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Initiative: Independent and proactive problem-solving capabilities.
  • Effective Negotiator: Confident negotiating at various levels and across cultures.
  • Change Agent: Ability to lead and drive change.
  • Professional Ethics: Maintains a high standard of ethical conduct.
  • Continuous Improvement: Commitment to learning and development.
  • Willingness to Travel: Essential, with a valid driving licence.
  • Strategic Thinking: Strong strategic planning and execution abilities.
  • Project Management: Competence in managing projects.
  • Computer Literacy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Effective Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Influential: Strong influencing skills to introduce and drive change.
  • Customer Focus: Proven ability to work with both internal and external stakeholders.


Diversity and Inclusion:

At Algeco, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued. We believe that different perspectives drive innovation and excellence, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds.