Group Category Manager

Ref: AS1273513

Stevenage, UK

£60,000

• Permanent
• Strategic Procurement Expert
• Proven Cost Saver
• Dynamic Team Leader

About the candidate

With a strong background in technology procurement, specialising in innovative digital transformation initiatives, our candidate is primed for a Group Category Manager role. Throughout their career, they have mastered managing multifaceted procurement processes in various dynamic settings. Their strategic and analytical prowess in handling technology categories such as software and telecommunications highlights their adaptability to different market conditions and readiness to meet diverse stakeholder needs.

A hallmark of their approach is their collaborative and effective communication style, enabling them to thrive in diverse team settings. They have consistently demonstrated a commitment to nurturing talent and fostering team growth, making them an invaluable leader in any procurement department.

What makes them great?

• Cost Reduction Achievements: Led initiatives at an international technology firm that cut procurement costs by 20% through strategic category management and supplier negotiations.
• Efficiency Improvements: Improved procurement efficiency by 15% at a mid-size SaaS provider by streamlining processes and refining data accuracy.
• Mentorship: Committed to team development, fostering talent and knowledge sharing among junior team members.

Areas of expertise

• Strategic Procurement: Experience in overseeing complex procurement operations and developing strategies that successfully reduce costs and enhance supplier performance.
• Category Management: Skilled in managing various technology categories, achieving significant cost reductions and efficiency improvements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Proven ability to manage and enhance stakeholder relationships, ensuring alignment with business objectives.