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Category Manager

Ref: AS9186556

Northampton, UK

£44,500

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Procurement Expert
  • Cost Reduction Specialist
  • Stakeholder Engagement

About the candidate

The candidate is a skilled procurement professional with a substantial background in category management, most prominently in the telecommunications sector. This individual has a strategic approach to procurement, having led significant initiatives that enhanced supplier performance and achieved remarkable cost efficiencies. The candidate's strengths include robust stakeholder management and adeptness in handling complex contractual negotiations to align procurement strategies with broader organisational goals, all while maintaining a proactive approach to adapting and improving procurement processes.

The individual's professional journey includes roles such as Category Manager in a mid-size telecommunications company where they successfully implemented category strategies that considerably reduced operational costs. Previous roles also include Procurement Specialist and Junior Buyer, where they gained valuable insights into supplier relationship management, market analyses, and strategic tendering processes, thereby supporting the foundations of strong vendor partnerships and procurement excellence.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Reduction Achievements: Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives that resulted in a 15% reduction in operational costs over two years within the telecommunications sector.
  • Enhanced Supplier Performance: Proven track record of improving supplier performance and service delivery timelines through effective negotiations and strategic partnerships.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Adept at fostering collaborative relationships with stakeholders to successfully integrate procurement strategies with business goals.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Procurement and Category Management: Expertise in developing and executing category strategies that align with corporate objectives and deliver substantial cost reductions.
  • Contract Negotiation and Supplier Relations: Skilled in negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships to enhance service delivery and compliance.
  • Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilises analytical tools and market insights to drive procurement decisions, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness.