Procurement Category Manager

Procurement Category Manager
Merseyside
£35,000 - £40,000 plus excellent benefits

Role Profile

We are currently recruiting for a Category Manager for a not for profit organised based in the Merseyside area.

This is a dynamic procurement role and you will have responsibility for high value contracts and OJEU tenders.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing end to end procurement processes in line with OJEU requirements
• Defining specifications and scopes of work with relevant stakeholders
• Undertaking all sourcing and OJEU tendering activities for projects
• Negotiating robust contractual terms to deliver savings, ensure compliance and value added
• Managing supplier performance to ensure all projects are delivered on time, in budget and to specification

Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Procurement experience including sourcing, RFQs and OJEU tenders
• Evidence of strong project management skills with a proven track record of delivering OJEU contracts and projects on time and within budget
• Experience and knowledge of related categories including Facilities Management, Property, Housing, Construction or Engineering
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Strong commercial acumen
• Proven stakeholder management skills and excellent communication / interpersonal skills

Client

Our client is an established not for profit organisation in the Merseyside area, looking to grow and expand their team. It is a great time to join this organisation which offers good career prospects and opportunities for development for individuals that show drive and potential.

Remuneration

£35,000 - £40,000 plus excellent benefits

About Cast UK

Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in Procurement, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK and a complete list of all of our current vacancies, please visit www.castuk.com.