Global Category Buyer

Ref: AS9143412

Hengoed, Wales

£45,000

• Permanent
• Strategic Sourcing
• Category Management
• Supplier Partnerships

About the candidate

A results-oriented procurement professional with a strong background in category management, strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management across healthcare and consumer goods environments. They bring a practical, analytical approach to interpreting market data, identifying opportunities and building procurement strategies that support cost control and service improvement.

With experience spanning specialist procurement, category analysis and buying roles, they are confident managing sourcing activity, tender processes and cross-functional relationships. Available to start in 2 weeks, they are now looking for a permanent opportunity where they can continue to deliver value through smart sourcing, supplier performance and continuous improvement.

What makes them great?

• Cost Reduction: Delivered a 15% cost reduction across medical supplies through strategic negotiation and improved sourcing processes.
• Procurement Efficiency: Supported continuous improvement projects that improved overall procurement efficiency by around 20%.
• Collaborative Approach: Builds strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers, helping align procurement activity with wider business goals.

Areas of expertise

• Category Management: Experienced in supporting and developing category strategies across varied product and supply categories.
• Strategic Sourcing: Skilled in tendering, supplier negotiations and identifying cost-saving opportunities through structured sourcing activity.
• Supplier Performance: Confident monitoring supplier performance, improving ways of working and supporting stronger vendor partnerships.