Universal Business Team
Category Manager
Job Location
Sandtoft, United Kingdom
Job Description
Description
Are you an experienced purchasing professional ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role? Our client, a thriving and dynamic organisation, is seeking a Category Manager to join their team based in Doncaster, and play a pivotal role in driving their purchasing strategy and ensuring operational excellence.
About the Role
As a Category Manager, you will work within a small but highly effective purchasing team, managing goods and services procurement to the highest standards. This is a diverse and hands-on role that will require a proactive approach to achieving business goals while fostering strong supplier relationships and maintaining compliance with all regulatory and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Sourcing and resourcing of new and existing products and services to meet company requirements
* Oversee the tender process, including sourcing, evaluating, and negotiating with suppliers.
* Working closely with the Supply chain Manager to resolve any supply chain issues and maintain availability
* Continuously evaluate and improve procurement practices, including identifying cost saving opportunities and process enhancements.
* Delivery of the company Purchasing strategy
* Maintaining/gaining required product accreditations and certifications
* Delivery of the Purchasing KPI's
* Implement sustainable and socially responsible strategic sourcing practices, including supporting local suppliers and supporting ethical sourcing.
* Manage supplier relationships, including regular communication, performance evaluation and issue resolution
* Accurate and timely maintenance of the Purchasing data base
* Prepare and present reports on procurement activities, performance metrics and cost savings to management.
* Keep updated re regulatory requirements and ensure compliance to applicable laws and regulations.
* Own the profitability and growth of your categories , collaborating with sales and operations
* ·Collaborate with internal stake holders to understand their requirements and develop procurement plans accordingly
* Keeping the company updated re Market trends and Innovation
Requirements
Key Skills & Attributes:
* Proven purchasing experience within an international supplier base.
* Strong negotiation skills with a focus on cost optimisation and budgeting.
* Expertise in supplier and product compliance management.
* Proficient in fostering supplier relationships and driving performance improvements.
* Aware of Environmental and Social Governance (ESG) practices.
* Highly organised with a proactive, can-do attitude.
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Commercially astute with excellent IT literacy (Sage experience desirable).
* A collaborative team player with the ability to work independently and meet targets.
Benefits
Salary- £50,000
Company wide bonus scheme
Extra days holiday for birthday
15 minute morning break in addition to lunch break
Modern facilities
Company wide bonus scheme once probation is passed
Location: Sandtoft, GB
Posted Date: 12/27/2024
Are you an experienced purchasing professional ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role? Our client, a thriving and dynamic organisation, is seeking a Category Manager to join their team based in Doncaster, and play a pivotal role in driving their purchasing strategy and ensuring operational excellence.
About the Role
As a Category Manager, you will work within a small but highly effective purchasing team, managing goods and services procurement to the highest standards. This is a diverse and hands-on role that will require a proactive approach to achieving business goals while fostering strong supplier relationships and maintaining compliance with all regulatory and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Sourcing and resourcing of new and existing products and services to meet company requirements
* Oversee the tender process, including sourcing, evaluating, and negotiating with suppliers.
* Working closely with the Supply chain Manager to resolve any supply chain issues and maintain availability
* Continuously evaluate and improve procurement practices, including identifying cost saving opportunities and process enhancements.
* Delivery of the company Purchasing strategy
* Maintaining/gaining required product accreditations and certifications
* Delivery of the Purchasing KPI's
* Implement sustainable and socially responsible strategic sourcing practices, including supporting local suppliers and supporting ethical sourcing.
* Manage supplier relationships, including regular communication, performance evaluation and issue resolution
* Accurate and timely maintenance of the Purchasing data base
* Prepare and present reports on procurement activities, performance metrics and cost savings to management.
* Keep updated re regulatory requirements and ensure compliance to applicable laws and regulations.
* Own the profitability and growth of your categories , collaborating with sales and operations
* ·Collaborate with internal stake holders to understand their requirements and develop procurement plans accordingly
* Keeping the company updated re Market trends and Innovation
Requirements
Key Skills & Attributes:
* Proven purchasing experience within an international supplier base.
* Strong negotiation skills with a focus on cost optimisation and budgeting.
* Expertise in supplier and product compliance management.
* Proficient in fostering supplier relationships and driving performance improvements.
* Aware of Environmental and Social Governance (ESG) practices.
* Highly organised with a proactive, can-do attitude.
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Commercially astute with excellent IT literacy (Sage experience desirable).
* A collaborative team player with the ability to work independently and meet targets.
Benefits
Salary- £50,000
Company wide bonus scheme
Extra days holiday for birthday
15 minute morning break in addition to lunch break
Modern facilities
Company wide bonus scheme once probation is passed
Location: Sandtoft, GB
Posted Date: 12/27/2024
Contact Information
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