Are you an experienced procurement professional who would like to join our established Digital & IT category team as a Principal Category Manager?
You will lead a small team and take ownership for the delivery of three of our Digital & IT category frameworks. Developing specific strategic sourcing programs/ strategies across our client base and being responsible for the delivery of several key projects.
We can offer great career progression opportunities, ability to be based anywhere across the UK, benefits which you can flex to meet your needs and training and development opportunities.
This position is predominantly home based, but there is an expectation to attend meetings at our Salford office once/ twice per month.
What you'll be doing:
1. Working closely within the Digital and IT Category to ensure effective management and delivery of portfolio framework agreements.
2. Reviewing and negotiating draft contracts for the category area.
3. Leading and developing a small team of Category Managers and Buyers.
4. Pursuing procurement excellence through the implementation of efficient and effective procurement projects within key markets.
5. Analysing data and identify areas of cost savings and operational improvements to advise procurement plans.
6. Supporting the Senior Category Manager with the management of key areas of improvement such as review of purchasing procedures, benchmarking...