A newly created category manager position has emerged working within this large corporation who have been going through a period of transformation.
This exciting role has the real opportunity to make a difference through developing substantial savings, mitigating risk on behalf the organisation and implementing a more robust supplier networks. This role will see you working for a highly respected organisation that provides an enviable work environment and will see you take responsibility for procurement projects from day one. You will be responsible for end-to-end duties from sourcing, through to writing contracts and ongoing vendor management.
You will conduct needs analysis, spend reviews, develop category strategy in consultation with stakeholder groups across the business, negotiate with suppliers and develop a robust supplier management framework to deliver better results. The position will focus on opex/ capex spend, with a mandate to improve the current category set up, you will ensure consistency between business stakeholders and suppliers, ensure that supplier performance is well managed and the business is fully engaged in the procurement cycle.
You will have a minimum of 3 years category management experience within services or direct procurement. You have good problem solving and analysis skills, and ability to provide recommendations and drive change. First class communication skills is critical, both oral and written, especially when engaging with stakeholders and suppliers.
For this unique opportunity please email your resume to wayne.giddings@verticaltalent.com quoting reference VT002001ZLCM6.