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Category Manager- Hampshire
Our client has experienced significant growth in recent years. To continue this trajectory, they are seeking a Category Manager.
Are you an experienced procurement professional looking to significantly impact a dynamic organisation in Hampshire? This Category Manager role offers a unique chance to drive strategic sourcing initiatives and optimise supply chain performance within a leading and expanding company.
Why This Role Stands Out:
- Strategic Influence: Play a pivotal role in shaping sourcing strategies and driving cost-saving initiatives that directly contribute to the company's bottom line.
- Professional Growth: Engage with senior stakeholders and develop cross-functional policies, enhancing your leadership and strategic planning skills.
- Innovation and Sustainability: Champion sustainability and innovation within the supply chain, making a tangible difference in the company's environmental and social footprint.
- Collaborative Environment: Be part of a culture that values collaboration and accountability, where your contributions are recognised and valued.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct internal analysis of spend and savings potential, optimising spend aggregation.
- Perform external market analysis to review and benchmark the current supply chain.
- Develop sourcing strategies for RFx activities, demonstrating risk/reward/ROI.
- Manage internal stakeholder sourcing and contractual requirements.
- Support the Group Procurement Director in policy development and governance.
- Contribute to group savings targets and future savings plans.
- Develop and consolidate a centralised supplier due diligence process.
- Execute strategies to simplify the supply chain and maximise supplier value.
- Champion sustainability and innovation within the supply chain.
- Participate in internal and external audits and regulatory requirements.
Skills and Experience Required:
- Extensive procurement experience with a broad expertise in the field.
- Excellent communication skills verbal, written, and presentational.
- Strong ability to collaborate and engage with stakeholders at various levels.
- Persuasive and influential with a proactive, hands-on approach.
- Analytical and strategic mindset.
- Demonstrable end-to-end sourcing and RFx experience.
- Willingness to travel across the UK with potential for occasional international travel.
- Experience in global supply chain.
- Degree-level education andCIPS or equivalent qualification.
This role is perfect for a driven and strategic procurement professional ready to take on new challenges and make a meaningful impact.
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