Category Manager

Ref: AS7095005

Leeds, UK

£45,000

• Permanent
• Category Strategy Specialist
• Effective Negotiator
• Data-Driven Analyst

About the candidate

The candidate is a skilled Category Manager, proficient in orchestrating effective category strategy within the healthcare sector. With a robust experience marked by significant roles encompassing category management, procurement, and supply chain analysis, they demonstrate a deep understanding of the medical and healthcare industry's demands. The candidate is known for their exceptional ability to manage supplier relationships, streamline processes, and deliver both cost savings and performance excellence, consistently aligning with corporate objectives. They are recognised for their capacity to work seamlessly with cross-functional teams, elevating category management practices and achieving measurable improvements in procurement cost, supplier performance, and overall supply chain efficiency.

What makes them great?

• Procurement Cost Reduction: Achieved a 20% reduction in procurement costs through strategic category management, substantially lowering operational expenditures for a regional healthcare supplier.
• Supply Chain Performance: Notable improvement in delivery times and customer satisfaction by 15%, showcasing the capability to enhance logistic operations and streamline supply chain processes.
• Project Leadership: Played a crucial role in transitions to centralised procurement models that improved compliance and overall supply management across multiple organisations.

Areas of expertise

• Category Strategy Development: Proven track record in formulating and executing strategies that enhance product ranges, reduce costs, and improve service quality in the healthcare supply sector.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Skilled in cultivating and maintaining strong supplier partnerships, leading negotiations, and enforcing contracts that favour organisational cost-effectiveness and efficiency.
• Data Analysis and Trend Forecasting: Adept in leveraging data analytics to identify trends, optimise supply chain operations, and provide actionable insights for strategic decision-making.