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Category Manager Nuclear/ Defence sector

NonStop Consulting Ltd
Posted 6 days ago, valid for 15 days
Location

Reading, Berkshire RG30 3HG

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are recruiting for 2 Category Managers with public sector experience for a project lasting 18+ months under a Central Government Authority.
  • The role offers a great work-life balance with remote working options, requiring only 1-2 days per week in Reading.
  • Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years' experience as a Category Manager and experience working in an SC Cleared environment.
  • The position includes responsibilities like developing Category Strategy, executing strategic sourcing activities, and managing supplier negotiations.
  • The salary is highly competitive, making this opportunity both affordable and appealing for professionals in the field.

We are currently recruiting for 2 X Category Managers with public sector experiencefor a great project for 18+ months that is ran by a Central Government Authority. The best thing about this opportunity is that you will have a great work-life balance with remote working, thus you will be able to organise your time up to your liking (1-2 days/ week in Reading)

About the role:

  • Develop and implement Category Strategy for specific categories, balancing short & long-term objectives to meet business strategy and cost savings
  • Support and execute strategic sourcing activities in line with category strategy and preferred suppliers list, including the supplier evaluation and selection, contract negotiation, business award and contract handover to the business.

What you will gain:

  • Amazing rate for great affordability
  • Remote working that you can spend less time travelling and enjoy some time at home
  • Central Government Contract so you can improve prospects for future contracting

Essential experience:

  • Experience working is SC Cleared enviornment
  • 5+ years' experience as a Category Manager
  • Good understanding of Category Methodologies
  • Contract Management
  • Supplier negotiations - cost and contract
  • Monitor and Mitigate supplier risk

Interviews will start as soon good candidates are available, if you are interested do not delay the response and forward you updated CV today.

If you would like to discuss further about this opportunity or others in the UK Public Sector, please reach out (extension 8144) and ask for Cristina Ghenu or you may email me at

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

As a member of the GIS scheme, our client guarantees to interview all candidates who have a Disability/ or Veteran / or has a Military spouse/partner and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group.

If you qualify for the above, please notify us on

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