Senior Category Manager

Ref: AS9672573

Warwick, United Kingdom

£68,000

• Permanent
• Senior Procurement Professional
• Strategic Sourcing Specialist
• Expert In Supplier Management

About the candidate

The candidate is a seasoned procurement professional with a solid track record in strategic sourcing and supplier management within the construction and infrastructure sectors. They bring depth in category strategy development and implementation, particularly in regulated environments. Known for their analytical skills, the candidate effectively converts data into actionable insights that drive value and efficiency. Their work style is detail-oriented and collaborative, ideal for dynamic environments centred on innovation and sustainability.

What makes them great?

• Cost Reduction Achievements: Successfully managed a portfolio of high-value contracts in the construction sector, achieving a 20% cost reduction through strategic supplier negotiations and effective relationship management.
• Process Improvement Initiatives: Introduced a new supplier performance review process in the utility sector that improved delivery times and quality metrics, directly enhancing project efficiency and outcomes.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Leveraged analytical skills to transform category spend data into actionable insights, optimising sourcing strategies and procurement processes.

Areas of expertise

• Strategic Sourcing: Proficient in developing effective sourcing strategies that enhance supplier performance and compliance, especially in large-scale construction projects.
• Supplier Management: Skilled in managing high-value contracts and fostering supplier relations, leading to notable cost reductions and improved delivery terms.
• Procurement Processes: Experienced in overhauling procurement processes to better align with project requirements and business objectives, thereby boosting operational efficiency and project outcomes.