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Procurement Category Manager

Ref: AS4822592

London, UK

£70,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Procurement Expert
  • Global Supplier Management
  • Innovative Sustainability Practices

About the candidate

The candidate is a highly skilled Procurement Category Manager with over eight years of experience, mainly focused within the IT sector. They possess excellent capabilities in devising and executing procurement strategies that are closely aligned with business objectives, ensuring cost-effective operations and added value. With a proven track record in leadership roles at various companies ranging from global technology firms to regional telecommunications companies, the candidate is well-versed in managing a broad range of supplier relationships and procurement functions. Their strong analytical skills and exceptional negotiation abilities make them a valuable asset to any team. The candidate is particularly commended for their dedication to innovation, collaboration, and sustainability within the procurement field.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Reduction Achievements: Successfully led initiatives at a global technology firm that cut procurement costs by 20% over three years.
  • Efficiency Improvement: Enhanced supplier collaboration at a mid-size IT solutions provider, raising service delivery efficiency by 15%.
  • Robust Analytical Skills: Demonstrated strong capabilities in analyzing procurement data to streamline operations and improve KPI compliance.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Procurement: Expert in developing and implementing effective IT procurement strategies that align with organizational goals and lead to substantial cost savings.
  • Supplier Relationship Management: Skilled in building and sustaining strong relationships with vendors and stakeholders, enhancing service delivery and efficiency.
  • Business Alignment: Adept at aligning procurement operations with business objectives, ensuring that all procurement activities contribute directly to the overall success of the organization.