Category Manager

Manchester, UK

£50,000

• Permanent
• Strategic Sourcing
• Healthcare Procurement
• Cost Reduction Specialist

About the candidate

An experienced procurement professional, focusing on the healthcare sector, brings a strong blend of strategic procurement and contract management skills. With a robust history in supplier negotiations and market analyses, they have consistently delivered substantial savings and fostered strong supplier relationships. Bringing expertise from companies in both the public and private sectors, this Category Manager thrives in both collaborative and independent roles, motivated by projects that drive significant positive changes in healthcare procurement.

What makes them great?

• Cost Saving Initiatives: Documented success in implementing procurement strategies that resulted in a 15% reduction in supplier costs over two years.
• Project and Stakeholder Management: Known for excellent project management skills and building interdepartmental relationships to achieve procurement objectives.
• Analytics and Market Insights: In-depth knowledge of market analysis and proficient at delivering actionable insights to guide strategic sourcing decisions.

Areas of expertise

• Strategic Sourcing: Proven ability at identifying and leveraging opportunities in procurement to drive down costs and improve product quality.
• Contract Negotiation & Management: Strong experience in negotiating terms that align with company objectives and managing complex contract portfolios to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Skilled in cultivating robust relationships with suppliers, enhancing partnership qualities and improving service deliverables.