Category Manager
Competitive Salary
34 days holiday including public holidays (option to buy or sell)
Hybrid working 1 or 2 days office based
Based in Warwick
Your new company:
UK-based telecommunications and IT services company specialising in designing, deploying, and maintaining critical infrastructure for sectors like transportation, public safety, and defence. It supports network connectivity, cybersecurity, and digital transformation initiatives, helping clients manage and optimize large-scale networks and operational systems. Key offerings include managed services, network integration, cybersecurity solutions, and consulting. The company partners with major technology vendors and emphasizes reliability and scalability for mission-critical environments. It also plays a role in national infrastructure projects, especially in areas like railways, highways, and emergency response networks.
Key responsibilities:
Reporting to the Senior Procurement Manager, you will oversee categories classified under Highways and related spending, managing an annual expenditure of approximately £20 million.
Key Responsibilities
Lead RFx activities, including managing the sourcing process, negotiating, and contracting for high/mid-value and complex categories.
Oversee supplier evaluations during onboarding, apply i-Procurement strategies, and manage category codes in alignment with category strategy.
Negotiate flow-down terms for complex agreements, ensuring compliance and value optimization.
Maintain supplier performance and manage supplier relationships throughout contract lifecycles, including risk assessment and mitigation.
Effectively manage both internal and external stakeholders to achieve strategic goals.
About You
This role is ideal for an experienced Category Manager with a background in similar procurement or commercial roles.
Key Requirements
Proven track record in cost reduction and value generation within a procurement organisation.
Strong experience in strategic sourcing and category management methodologies.
Extensive category management experience in a procurement or commercial setting.
Skilled in developing and executing category plans and strategies.
Exceptional negotiation abilities.
Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
If this role resonates with you, please respond with an updated CV.
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Morson Talent
Posted 7 hours ago, valid for a month
Warwick, Warwickshire CV344ST, England
£20 per hour
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The position is for a Category Manager at a UK-based telecommunications and IT services company, offering a competitive salary and 34 days of holiday including public holidays.
- The role involves managing an annual expenditure of approximately £20 million in categories related to Highways, reporting to the Senior Procurement Manager.
- Candidates should possess extensive category management experience in a procurement or commercial setting, with a proven track record in cost reduction and value generation.
- Strong negotiation skills, strategic sourcing experience, and excellent interpersonal abilities are essential for success in this role.
- The company offers a hybrid working model with 1 or 2 days in the office, and applicants are encouraged to apply if they meet the required qualifications.
