JSS have partnered with an exciting organisation to recruit a Category Manager position focusing on Site Services and Production Equipment spend.
The role will lead and develop the category strategy across the Group, working closely with stakeholders and suppliers at several key locations. Spend areas include mobile plant, earthworks and contract crushing
As well as focusing on cost, quality and supplier performance, the role will involve supporting the development and implementation of the overall procurement strategy (from policy development to KPI implementation) to bring clear structure to the function.
The role:
* Managing strategic supplier relationships to drive value in line with the organisation's objectives
* Engaging and influencing stakeholders at every level
* Acting as the organisation's in-house expert in Mobile Plant
* Maximising contract value through compliance, business engagement and stakeholder responsiveness
* Driving procurement KPI performance through effective contract management
* Creating a culture of continuous improvement with measurable results
* Leveraging synergies across UK and Ireland clusters to deliver best value
Your profile:
* A Category Manager who either brings proven experience in a similar role
* Where appropriate, have the confidence to challenge the status quo and pro-actively drive improvements in expectations and standards
* Ability to think strategically, challenge ways of working, and drive innovation.
* Strong stakeholder management skills with the confidence to influence at senior level, and the resilience to solve complex problems.
What’s on offer?
* c.£55,000 salary
* Car allowance, bonus and wider benefits package