Our client, an independent energy company is currently recruiting for a Category Lead. Located in Aberdeen, the role is offered on a long term contact or permanent (staff) basis. ROLE The individual will be required to manage the evaluation and integration of complex customer requirements often demanding innovative solutions. Focus will be on HSE&A and creating value and delivering service excellence through applying efficient supply chain principles in helping the business achieve top quartile performance. This position involves managing interfaces with suppliers/partners to ensure that all company objectives are achieved, including the relevant audit requirements, but more particularly, providing a value-driven service to in-house customers. RESPONSIBILITIES Develops and implement sourcing plans to secure supply in accordance with Category sourcing strategies Develops action plans, timelines and resource assignments for sourcing projects Continuous involvement in the sourcing, developing and maintaining a supply base that provides competitive advantage in quality, value/cost, delivery and technology Leads the ITT, RFI/Q/P and bidding processes, minimizing risk and maximizing value in terms of quality, delivery and total cost of ownership Ensure supplier pre-qualifications and on-site audits are performed as per process Responsible for supplier performance management including regular performance reviews together with business Undertake supplier negotiates to deliver value Undertakes sourcing projects to assure on-time completion and guaranteed supply for all portfolios Builds strong relationships with internal stakeholders in order to meet defined objectives Identifies opportunities and implements actions to continually reduce waste Complies with all company and local procedures applicable to the job function Employees may be assigned other duties in addition to, or in lieu of those described above, according to the needs of the Company REQUIREMENTS Person Specification Excellent oral and written communications Good level of influencing skills Skills & attributes Good analytical skills with ability to solve complex problems Organised and logical thinker Ideally experienced in Supply Chain Strategic Sourcing or Category Management An understanding of Oil & Gas equipment and services Conversed with latest Strategic sourcing tools and techniques Good understanding of terms and conditions Experienced in administering tenders. Qualifications Essential: Academic qualification preferably in Supply Chain, Engineering or Business Management