Category Manager

Michael Page • Permanent • Peterborough, Peterborough, England, United Kingdom • £43k / year • 10h ago

The role of Category Manager in the public sector involves managing procurement activities and supply chain strategies to ensure value for money and efficiency. Based in Peterborough, this position focuses on driving best practices and compliance within procurement operations.

Client Details

This public sector organisation operates within the procurement and supply chain industry, offering essential services to the community. As a medium-sized entity, it is committed to upholding high standards and ensuring efficient resource allocation.

Description

Develop and implement category strategies to optimise procurement processes.
Manage supplier relationships to ensure cost-effective and quality service delivery.
Analyse market trends to identify opportunities for cost savings and innovation.
Ensure compliance with procurement regulations and organisational policies.
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and align procurement goals.
Lead tendering processes, including evaluation and contract award recommendations.
Monitor supplier performance against agreed KPIs and address any issues promptly.
Provide guidance and expertise on procurement best practices to internal teams.

Profile

A successful Category Manager should have:

Proven experience in procurement and supply chain management, preferably within the public sector.
Strong understanding of procurement regulations and compliance requirements.
Excellent analytical skills to interpret data and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities.
A relevant professional qualification or membership, such as CIPS, would be advantageous.
A proactive and detail-oriented approach to managing procurement activities.

Job Offer

Salary starting at £43,000
Flexible, Hybrid working (1 day per week on site)
Excellent holidays and pension (public sector benefits)

If this is of interest, please apply through CV submission and our Procurement Recruitment Team will be in touch to chat through details ASAP

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