Procurement Category Manager
1 month ago
Job Introduction
We have an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Category Manager to join our Procurement team based in Leeds
As our new Procurement Category Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic sourcing initiatives for a variety of categories across MPS, alongside ensuring optimal supplier performance and driving cost savings, through robust stakeholder management and negotiation skills to achieve best value for money.
Our Procurement Category Manager’s own a portfolio of contracts and services, working alongside cost centre owners and business leaders, include C-Suite and our Executive Board, to help embed a ‘cost-conscious’ mindset and promote the financial sustainability of MPS.
Role Responsibility
As our new Procurement Category Manager, you will also:
Be responsible for leading end-to-end procurement process for strategic tenders Support our Divisions to leverage the capabilities of third parties and ensuring effective and robust supply chain due diligence and governance Contribute to cost savings targets, cost avoidance, and initiatives aligned to the Procurement Cost Drivers Maintain a strong culture of compliance across all procurement processes, challenging if required to ensure processes are followed across the business Build and maintain positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including C-Suite and Executive Board, taking a collaborative approach to ways of working and problem solving
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for:
Detailed knowledge of procurement practice, legislation, supplier, and contract management including across a variety of categories Analytical skills and strong commercial acumen Ability to engage and challenge at all levels; strong influencing skills coupled with tenacity and resilience Strong background in managing and co-ordinating the delivery of category strategies MCIPS qualification (desirable)
Package Description
Alongside a competitive salary as stated above, you will also receive:
11% pension contribution (3% from you, 8% from us – optional additional matched 3% contributions, e.g. 6% from you, 11% from us) 25 days annual leave plus flexible bank holidays (option to buy/sell additional 5 days) Private Medical Cover Career development and progression opportunities – 22% of our vacancies in 2023 were filled internally A truly flexible hybrid-working arrangement (take a look at below to find out more about how we work) A culture that promotes inclusivity, wellbeing and rewards hard work Car Salary Sacrifice scheme Healthcare cash plan 6x salary death in service A personal GP service enabling you to get a video consultation with a NHS-registered private GP Employee Assistance Programme A range of shopping discounts from major high-street retailers-
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