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Global Senior Procurement Category Manager

Ref: AS4014943

Glasgow, UK

£60,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Sourcing Expert
  • Stakeholder Engagement Specialist
  • Contract Negotiation Professional

About the candidate

The candidate is a seasoned procurement professional with extensive experience in digital, data, and e-commerce sectors, ideally positioned to thrive as a Global Senior Procurement Category Manager. Their track record demonstrates a robust capability in navigating complex sourcing strategies and executing high-impact negotiations. Known for an analytical mind and exceptional stakeholder management skills, this candidate excels in fast-paced and dynamic settings, consistently transforming challenges into measurable successes.

With a career underpinned by successful roles across digital marketing, e-commerce, and consumer goods, the candidate offers a unique blend of expertise that aligns with cutting-edge marketing sciences and ad-tech systems. Their proactive approach in optimizing procurement functions and enhancing cross-functional collaborations highlights their readiness to drive innovation and growth within a forward-thinking team.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Reduction Expert: Achieved a 20% reduction in procurement costs at a digital marketing agency and negotiated contracts that notably decreased expenditure at a consumer goods company.
  • Efficiency Enhancer: Led initiatives resulting in a 30% increase in operational efficiency at an e-commerce firm by enhancing supplier collaboration and performance metrics.
  • Data-Driven Decision Making: Implemented data-oriented strategies to bolster marketing campaigns and improve customer engagement, demonstrating robust analytical capabilities.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Sourcing: Developed and implemented sourcing strategies that significantly reduced costs and enhanced supplier performance across digital marketing and e-commerce sectors.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled in managing relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, aligning procurement strategies with broad company objectives.
  • Contract Negotiation: Proven ability to negotiate impactful contracts, leading to marked improvements in service delivery and cost-efficiency.