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Regional Category Manager

Ref: AS2212280

Birmingham, UK

£50,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Sourcing Expert
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Risk Management

About the candidate

The candidate is an accomplished procurement professional specialising in the procurement of temporary labor solutions across Eastern Europe and the Middle East. They hold a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management and are distinctly skilled in navigating local labor laws and compliance requirements. With robust experience in various fast-paced, multicultural environments, this Regional Category Manager excels at driving strategic procurement initiatives and boosting organisational objectives through adept supplier relationship management and risk mitigation.

Having worked in international staffing agencies and regional workforce solution firms, the candidate has honed their expertise in negotiating, sourcing, and managing end-to-end procurement processes, ensuring excellent service delivery and cost efficiency.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Reduction Achievements: Demonstrated ability to implement strategic sourcing strategies that resulted in a 15% cost reduction while maintaining high service standards in temporary labor procurement.
  • Improvement in Service Reliability: Developed supplier evaluation processes that enhanced service delivery reliability by 20%, significantly improving client satisfaction.
  • Process Efficiency: Collaborative efforts with cross-functional teams led to reduced procurement cycle times and enhanced overall process efficiency.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Sourcing and Procurement: Proficient in developing and implementing effective sourcing strategies, focused on cost efficiency and compliance with local regulations.
  • Supplier Relationship Management: Skilled in building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to ensure high-quality service delivery and compliance.
  • Risk Management: Proactive approach to identifying and managing potential risks associated with temporary labor sourcing, especially in diverse regulatory environments.