Category Manager

Ref: AS8604706

London, United Kingdom

£68,500

• Permanent
• Strategic Sourcing Expert
• Skilled Negotiator
• Data-Driven Analyst

About the candidate

The candidate is a seasoned procurement professional with over five years of expertise in Category Management, primarily within the technology services sector. They have a strong background in supplier relations, excelling in negotiations and the management of multiple top-level supplier performance initiatives. This candidate not only pushes for substantial cost reductions but also champions enhancement in services through strategic direction, ensuring alignment with broader business goals. Their commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing is evident in the way they integrate these values into core business practices, providing a balanced approach to modern procurement challenges.

With a proactive and entrepreneurial mindset, the candidate thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments, adapting quickly to meet evolving organisational needs. Their analytical skills are particularly notable, utilising data to steer decision-making processes that improve operational efficiencies and achieve notable cost savings.

What makes them great?

• Managed procurement processes at a mid-size technology firm, achieving a 20% reduction in costs and improving service standards through strategic supplier management.
• Contributed to sustainability initiatives within a global telecommunications company, aligning procurement strategies with corporate social responsibility goals.
• Improved order fulfillment accuracy by 15% through effective process optimisation at a regional e-commerce company.

Areas of expertise

• Strategic Sourcing and Procurement: Expert in developing and implementing effective sourcing strategies that align with corporate goals, leading to significant cost savings and improved supplier relations.
• Negotiation and Supplier Management: Highly skilled in negotiating contracts and managing supplier performance to enhance service delivery and sustainability practices.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilises extensive analytical skills to transform complex data into actionable insights, driving process improvements and operational efficiency.