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Category Manager

Ref: AS5469557

Birmingham, UK

£45,000

  • Permanent
  • Procurement Strategy
  • Cost Savings
  • Sustainability Focus

About the candidate

The candidate is a seasoned Category Manager with a robust background in the logistics sector, specialised in enhancing procurement processes across a variety of industries. Holding a degree in Business Administration, they bring a strategic mindset to complex environments, especially in managing significant local spend. Their career trajectory includes pivotal roles where they have spearheaded initiatives to drive cost-efficiency, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable practices, making them a valuable asset to any team looking to optimise their category management strategies.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Management: Achieved a 15% cost reduction in logistics operations budget, around £200 million, within the first year of strategy implementation.
  • Supplier Performance Enhancement: Developed and executed a supplier relationship management program that improved supplier performance by 25%.
  • Innovation in Logistics: Experienced in fostering innovation through effective stakeholder engagement and strategic planning in national distribution settings.

Areas of expertise

  • Procurement Strategy Development: Skilled in formulating and executing sourcing strategies that ensure contract compliance and generate substantial cost savings.
  • Stakeholder Relationship Management: Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, enhancing stakeholder relationships and pushing forward innovative supply chain solutions.
  • Sustainability and Compliance: Dedicated to sustainable practices, compliance, and continuous improvement within procurement and supply chain operations.