Procurement Category Manager

Responsible for conducting market analysis, fully leveraging negotiations and managing suppliers to proactively drive value in sourcing goods and services, ensuring continuous improvement within the category and in line with the Jangro boards directive.The Successful Applicant:Excellent procurement, analytical and strong negotiation skillsProven track record of results with a high level of business acumenAbility to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environmentAbility to demonstrate good numeracy and organisational skillsEnergetic, persuasive and well organisedMain Duties and Responsibilities:Managing all aspects of the Category including:Identifying Procurement needs and developing a Category Strategy to provide clear focus on direction, opportunities and challenges to ensure Jangro remain competitiveNegotiating supplier product, service, quality, pricing and payment termsEnsuring price and product changes only occur in line with company policyNegotiating retrospective rebates and monitoring target achievement progressBenchmarks and tenders (in conjunction with the Procurement Manager)Monitoring sales, volumes and service levelsManaging audits to monitor quality of Jangro branded productsKPI measuring and monitoringProactive engagement in SRM for approved and potential supply partnersSourcing new products and suppliers from both inside and outside the UKProviding expert procurement adviceFollowing up member complaintsManaging risks and opportunities associated with suppliers, market conditions and NPDUpdating and maintaining supplier records and diaries for the categoryEnsuring all category updates are passed to the committee and the membership in a timely mannerEducation/Experience/Qualifications:Minimum requirement: MCIPS qualified with current membership; or working towards MCIPS qualification at Level 5 – 6; or Undergraduate degree preferably in Business Purchasing and Supply Chain Management or other Procurement related field.Minimum of 3 years continuous practical experience in a similar Procurement role (not essential that this is within the Cleaning and Hygiene Industry)Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative and fast paced environment.Benefits:PensionOn Site GymWellbeing DaysGift and Gain DayFree parkingSeniority level

Mid-Senior levelEmployment type

Full-timeJob function

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