Overview
Scotland Excel is looking for an experienced Category Manager to strengthen our portfolio of construction contracts designed to deliver high value social housing and public assets across Scotland. The role will provide strategic leadership to a team of procurement professionals, driving commercial excellence, innovation and value delivery through a high value, high risk category of contracts.
Responsibilities
* Lead the team on strategic sourcing activities for a specific category spend with the goal of achieving cost reductions while maintaining or improving quality and service levels.
* Has responsibility for the commercial management of designated goods, services and works related commodities and the implementation of best procurement practice.
* Works closely with stakeholders on the development of commodity sourcing strategies and implementation plans.
* Effectively manages a portfolio of high value/high risk Category B contracts through a number of procurement staff.
* Responsible for realising the benefits of collaborative procurement by arranging new contracts for Category B goods and services and managing established contracts.
* Drive commercial excellence through the implementation of well-defined sourcing strategies.
* Liaise with and positively influence key stakeholders in the procurement process, particularly in respect to best practice, market development and innovation.
* Identify/assemble and lead User Intelligence Groups for designated contracts to develop and implement innovative procurement strategies throughout the contract life cycle to ensure the delivery of efficiency, effectiveness and value to local authorities.
* Mentor the procurement team to develop and implement procurement strategies that deliver key team targets and goals.
* Ensure compliance with standing orders, statutory provisions, EU directives, other relevant legislation and Scotland Excel policies, procedures and processes.
Benefits
* Defined benefits pension with Strathclyde Pension Fund.
* Generous holiday allowance of 33 days including public holidays.
* Flexible working opportunities including hybrid working and a nine-day fortnight.
* Staff discounts through Vivup employee benefit platform.
* Time off during office closure over Christmas and New Year.
* Regular corporate and team events.
* Training opportunities through our award‑winning Academy.
Application Process
Hybrid working is offered but the role requires regular attendance within our Paisley office. All applications will be asked to provide proof of right to work in the UK, with offers conditional upon verification of documentary evidence. Please apply online via our website or request more information on our portfolio and person specification.
Equal Opportunities
Scotland Excel celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities. Candidates with disabilities are guaranteed an interview if they meet the essential requirements.
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