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Global Category Manager

Ref: AS8603115

Oxford, United Kingdom

£85,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Cost Reduction Specialist
  • Stakeholder Engagement

About the candidate

The candidate is a seasoned Procurement Professional with a strong track record within the property and facilities management sectors. With years of experience as a Global Category Manager and Category Lead, they have honed their skills in strategic sourcing, negotiations, and cost management on a global scale. They thrive in dynamic environments and have consistently demonstrated the ability to drive substantial cost reductions while also enhancing supplier performance and stakeholder relations. Highly adept in analyzing complex data, they utilize their findings to inform strategic decisions, aligning procurement processes with broader company objectives and market trends.

Whether working within international manufacturing groups or regional supply chain companies, the candidate has always maintained a strong focus on continuous improvement, compliance, and efficiencies in the procurement domain. Their strategic approach to category management and procurement operations makes them an invaluable asset to any team aiming for excellence in operations and stakeholder satisfaction.

What makes them great?

  • Critical Cost-Saving Achievements: Instrumental in achieving a 20% reduction in costs through strategic sourcing initiatives, showcasing an exceptional ability to reduce expenses and improve bottom-line outcomes.
  • Solid Analytical Proficiency: Leverages strong analytical skills to effectively use data for strategic decision-making, offering insights that drive business efficiencies.
  • Proven Leadership in Procurement: Leadership experiences include orchestrating cross-functional teams to improve practices and negotiate complex deals, significantly boosting procurement's role within organizational structures.

Areas of expertise

  • Global Category Strategy: Proficient in developing and managing category strategies on an international scale, effectively managing substantial spend portfolios for property and facilities management.
  • Strategic Sourcing and Negotiation: Demonstrated expertise in driving cost savings and enhancing supplier performance through meticulous strategic sourcing and adept negotiation.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled in fostering collaborative relationships with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure alignment and enhanced service delivery.