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Overview
Do you want to help enrich the lives of learners worldwide? At RM, we've been pioneers of education technology since 1973. We provide technology and resources to the education sector supporting over 10 million students around the world. We work with 28,000 schools, nurseries, and education trusts in 115 countries to deliver customer-centric solutions that improve education outcomes worldwide.
As the Infrastructure Senior Category Manager, you would be accountable for the category strategy and operations whilst managing the relationship and performance of the suppliers. You will also be expected to apply industry best practices and train/mentor junior staff.
Responsibilities
* Supplier ownership across the Category, managing the contracts and regular performance reviews and contributing towards the strategic business reviews.
* Agreeing, driving and proactive reporting on supplier performance metrics (KPIs) to ensure they are delivering their obligations.
* Provision of procurement services to support the commercial delivery of the business.
* Supporting the P&Ls to deliver required revenue and direct margin by leading price negotiation.
* Responsible for providing insight about the competitive landscape, ensuring that buy prices are set at the correct level to maximise profitability for RM.
* Displaying continuous improvement of suppliers.
* Owning, understanding, and managing risks and opportunities related to suppliers.
* Governing suppliers and facilitating audits where required.
* Leading and managing the procurement to secure large deals.
* Training, supporting, and assisting Sales.
* Accountable for stock management, including forecasting and continuity of supply.
* Establish and monitor clear and robust communication plans for suppliers.
* Lead the process for onboarding a new supplier.
* Apply industry best practice and guide others where appropriate.
* Regularly suggest and implement improvements that improve the team's efficiency and performance.
Experience
* Demonstrable experience of managing a similar level of spend and workload whilst working in a fast-paced role.
* Experience in negotiating with suppliers at a senior level.
* Demonstrable experience of building and managing relationships externally with suppliers and internally with stakeholders.
* Excellent planning and organisational skills and a flexible approach to workload demands.
* High levels of self-motivation, drive and tenacity.
* Pro-active and innovative approach in providing solutions to challenges.
* Excellent written and verbal communication, with strong active listening and influencing skills.
* Excellent PC skills to include Microsoft Office.
* Excellent analytical skills.
* Knowledge of industry best practices.
What's in it for you?
At RM we have "My Work Blend @RM" which provides office-based colleagues with multi-location and hybrid working options to suit them. We encourage you to discuss arrangements for this role with your potential line manager during the recruitment process.
As well as a competitive salary and our core benefits package which includes private medical healthcare, life assurance and a Group Personal Pension Plan with higher contribution levels available, some roles are also eligible for a performance-related bonus. There are lots of voluntary benefits too.
We are committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. Should you require additional support with your application or through the interview process, please contact us at recruitment@rm.com.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
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