Company Description
The AA is the nation's leading motoring organisation, offering roadside assistance, home and motor insurance, and driving technologies. For over a century we've evolved and adapted, supporting millions of customers.
Location
London – hybrid working 3 office days per week, with regular travel to our Basingstoke HQ and offsite supplier visits.
Employment Type
Initial 6-month Fixed Term Contract (FTC).
Job Overview
As Procurement Category Manager – Road Operations you’ll play a crucial role in a high-profile procurement portfolio, partnering with senior stakeholders, and driving measurable value.
What will I be doing?
* Leading end-to-end procurement activity, from opportunity identification and RFP management through to contract negotiation and supplier onboarding.
* Developing and delivering category and sourcing strategies that support business objectives, commercial performance and operational requirements.
* Managing supplier relationships and performance to ensure suppliers deliver against agreed contractual, service and commercial commitments.
* Identifying and delivering cost optimisation, efficiency and value creation opportunities across third-party spend.
* Building strong relationships with stakeholders across the business, providing commercial insight, market intelligence and procurement expertise.
* Supporting risk management, governance and compliance activities while driving continuous improvement across procurement processes.
What do I need?
* Significant procurement experience with strong end-to-end sourcing and category management expertise.
* Proven experience leading competitive tendering exercises, RFPs, supplier selection processes and contract negotiations.
* Strong commercial acumen with the ability to manage spend, challenge requirements and deliver measurable business value.
* Experience building effective relationships with suppliers and stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership teams.
* Excellent supplier management and contract management capability, with a focus on performance, risk and continuous improvement.
* Experience within automotive, fleet, logistics or service-based environments highly beneficial; applicants from other sectors are welcome.
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying scheme.
* Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution.
* Cash-Car Allowance & Private Medical Insurance.
* Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friends.
* Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance.
* Employee discount scheme with car salary sacrifice scheme and discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and more.
* Company-funded life assurance.
* Diverse learning and development opportunities.
* Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service.
We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong.
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