Category Manager
Location: Chandlers Ford
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive salary plus car allowance plus bonuses
Churches Fire and Security Ltd is a highly recognised, industry-leading Fire and Security business experiencing rapid growth. We have a proven track record of providing excellent opportunities across the country. We are now seeking a Category Manager with experience in vendor management, cost-saving negotiations, and strong organisational skills to meet tight deadlines.
Responsibilities of a Category Manager:
1. Developing and Implementing Purchasing Strategies: Identifying needs, researching suppliers, and creating plans to fulfill the organisation's purchasing requirements.
2. Managing Supplier Relationships: Building and maintaining strong, fair relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery and quality of goods and services.
3. Negotiating Contracts and Prices: Securing the best prices and terms to ensure value for money.
4. Ensuring Quality: Monitoring the quality of procured items and resolving any issues.
5. Managing Inventory: Collaborating with the warehouse to support inventory needs, ensuring the right products are available at the right time on a Just-in-Time basis.
6. Budget Management: Preparing cost estimates and overseeing the purchasing department budget.
7. Staying Current with Trends: Keeping abreast of trends in the Fire and Security Sector, as well as best practices and operational excellence opportunities.
8. Identifying Savings: Finding opportunities to reduce costs and enhance efficiency across the business.
To apply, please contact recruitment@churchesfire.com.
Churches Fire and Security is committed to diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds, regardless of cultural background, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, sex, or disability. We evaluate applications solely based on skills. We value our staff being authentic at work and consider the diverse perspectives and experiences as a significant advantage. We welcome applications from service personnel or veterans, and are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant. Many roles within our company may be suitable for individuals with MOD backgrounds.
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