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Category Manager

Ref: AS1717986

London, UK

£55,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategy Implementation
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Regulatory Compliance

About the candidate

The candidate is a highly experienced Category Manager with a comprehensive background in overseeing high-valued contracts across diverse sectors including public regional authorities and national logistics firms. With their solid grasp of market dynamics and regulatory frameworks, particularly in public contracting, the candidate excels in developing systematic category strategies that optimise operations and enhance procurement efficiencies.

Their expertise in negotiation and commercial insights have been instrumental in building collaborative work environments and aligning procurement efforts with broader business objectives, demonstrating both leadership and strategic acumen in their roles. A meticulous professional, they emphasise delivering value and championing procurement transformations.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Reduction and Efficiency Improvements: Successfully managed to cut costs by 15% through strategic category management at a regional public authority and increased operational efficiency by 20% at a national logistics firm.
  • Strategic Market Analysis: Adept at conducting thorough market analyses which underpin strategic sourcing decisions, enhancing supplier performance and organisational ROI.
  • Collaborative Problem Solver: Built and led teams in collaborative projects, focusing on the optimisation of procurement processes and service delivery enhancements.

Areas of expertise

  • Category Strategy Development: Proven ability to design and implement effective procurement strategies that align with organisational objectives and regulatory standards.
  • Negotiation and Stakeholder Engagement: Exceptional negotiation skills paired with a keen ability to engage stakeholders at all levels to ensure alignment of business and procurement goals.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Deep understanding of public sector regulations and ability to navigate complex contracting landscapes ensuring full compliance.