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Procurement Category Manager

Ref: AS8105945

London, England

£60,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Sourcing Expert
  • Efficiency Improvement Specialist
  • Skilled Negotiator

About the candidate

The candidate in question is an experienced Procurement Category Manager with an extensive background in strategic sourcing and stakeholder management. Demonstrating a career marked by significant achievements in reducing procurement costs and enhancing supplier performance, this individual has shown proficiency in navigating the complex landscapes of mid-sized technology firms, global supply chains, and regional retail sectors. The ability to merge analytical acumen with strong negotiation skills makes this candidate a standout in developing strategies that significantly align procurement with broader business goals.

They are particularly adept at leveraging their expertise in data analysis to extract actionable insights that drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness. This strategic approach has consistently resulted in optimised procurement spend, improved supplier relations, and enhanced overall business performance across various industries.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Reduction Achievements: Successfully led negotiations and strategic sourcing efforts that achieved a 20% reduction in procurement costs at a mid-size technology firm, significantly boosting their operational budget efficiency.
  • Efficiency Improvements: Played a key role in a global supply chain organisation by implementing strategic sourcing initiatives that improved procurement efficiency by 15%, streamlining operations and reducing wastage.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Sourcing: Expert in crafting and implementing sourcing strategies that cut costs and improve supplier quality, demonstrating a track record of reducing expenditures by up to 20%.
  • Negotiation and Stakeholder Management: Skilled negotiator with a proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and complex stakeholder environments, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
  • Data Analysis and Market Research: Highly proficient in analysing procurement data and conducting market research to identify and capitalise on cost-saving opportunities, enhancing procurement efficiency by 15% through best practice implementations.