Are you looking for a fresh challenge in a procurement leadership role, if so, we want to hear from you.
Wakefield is situated in West Yorkshire with excellent rail and motorway links to the north and south, including London.
Our district covers square kilometres and is home to around, people. Almost 70% of the Wakefield district is designated as green belt. The City of Wakefield is the largest settlement and the district also includes the towns of Normanton, Pontefract, Featherstone, Castleford, Knottingley, Ossett, Horbury, Hemsworth, South Kirkby and South Elmsall - as well as other smaller settlements.
Our district enjoys several sites of national distinctiveness, which include Pontefract Racecourse, Hemsworth Water Park, Sandal Castle and Nostell Priory. We are also home to the internationally recognised Hepworth Gallery and the National Coal Mining Museum.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to be part of the leadership of the Procurement Team as a Senior Procurement Category Manager.
You will provide a professional, customer-focussed service for the procurement of goods, services and works for Wakefield Council. With a focus on delivering a best-in-class service you will have the opportunity to develop a category led approach to procurement, which will influence spend, understand business needs and develop innovative sourcing opportunities that will contribute towards a positive legacy within the Council.
You will play an influential part in shaping procurement solutions which deliver value for money and have focused outcomes that help directorates achieve the best possible results for our residents.
In addition, you will be responsible for the efficient and effective operational management, service delivery and for a small, dedicated team of procurement professionals. The postholder will also act as a deputy for the Head of Procurement as required.
You will be CIPS qualified (level 6) and have a strong record of success in a large multi-disciplinary organisation. We will need you to be strong on governance and an excellent communicator who can demonstrate strong judgement at senior level and be a credible leader.