Job Title: Category Manager
Contract: Onsite, Full Time, Permanent
Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: c £60,000
The Procurement & Supply Chain division at SF Partners is currently recruiting for an experienced Procurement Category Manager to join their manufacturing client on a full time, permanent basis. This is a senior level Category role, where you will be responsible for leading and mentoring a small team of category assistants.
Responsibilities
* Lead sourcing and category management activities to deliver cost efficiencies, supplier performance improvements and high-quality product supply.
* Analyse supplier performance and market data to identify opportunities for savings, improved service and supply chain resilience.
* Develop strategic relationships with suppliers and act as a key point of contact to influence performance, innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Partner with cross-functional teams to support sourcing plans, resolve supply issues and ensure products are delivered in line with business requirements.
* Drive supplier benchmarking and market intelligence activities to ensure competitive pricing and strong commercial decision-making.
* Maintain effective risk management and contingency plans across the supply base to protect operational continuity.
* Provide leadership and mentoring to the wider procurement team and deputise for the Procurement Director when required.
* Execute the product supplier process from end to end, overseeing Quality, Cost and Service whilst mitigating potential risks.
Qualifications
The successful Category Manager will have experience working in a fast paced demanding environment and a true people leader. You will also have experience in:
* Negotiation – influencing and negotiating final decisions when it comes to pricing, lead times, quality and contractual agreements.
* Knowledge of product portfolio and becoming an expert in your field.
* International sourcing and developing supplier relationships.
* Strategic and tactical thinking and approach.
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