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Principal Category Manager

Ref: AS2677549

Reading, UK

£85,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Cost Efficiency
  • Leadership And Development

About the candidate

The candidate presents an impressive breadth of experience in category management, particularly within the utilities, logistics, and manufacturing sectors. Their career spans well over a decade, during which they have been instrumental in pioneering and executing category strategies that elevate organizational objectives, while also embracing cost-efficiency and maximal value delivery. The candidate thrives in high-stakes, regulated environments where strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and stakeholder engagement are key.

Excelling in both leadership and teamwork, the candidate is known for their analytical acumen and exemplary communication skills, which together drive team performance and foster effective multi-party collaborations. Apart from their day-to-day leadership roles, they are also passionate about driving strategic enhancements and fostering an innovative, operational excellence culture.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Reduction Achievements: Demonstrated ability to significantly reduce expenditure, e.g., achieved a 15% cost reduction for a regional utilities provider and 20% for a national logistics company through meticulous strategic negotiation.
  • Leadership: Skilled at leading, mentoring, and elevating teams to exceed their objectives and perform at high levels.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Excellent at managing and enhancing stakeholder relations, ensuring alignment of procurement strategies with broader business goals.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Management: Expert in managing extensive sourcing initiatives that achieve significant cost reductions and improve supplier performance.
  • Team Leadership and Development: Proven track record of mentoring and leading high-performing teamsfocused on achieving business goals.
  • Category Strategy Development and Implementation: Skilled in creating and rolling out tailormade category strategies that align with corporate strategies and propel profitability.