Are you a strategic thinker with expertise in procurement and contract management? Do you thrive in a regulated environment, managing high-value, long-term contracts? If so, we want to hear from you!
About the Role
As a Category Manager, you will play a key role in managing procurement and supplier relationships within the metering space. This includes both goods and services - from metering equipment procurement to essential services.
Operating in a highly regulated industry, you will be responsible for contract management on a large scale, navigating long-term agreements while ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
1. Develop and execute category strategies for metering equipment and services.
2. Manage supplier relationships within a limited supplier base while maintaining competitiveness.
3. Work closely with internal stakeholders to align procurement with business objectives.
4. Oversee contract performance and compliance in a highly regulated environment.
5. Collaborate with suppliers and industry peers, ensuring value-driven solutions in a competitive energy market.
What We're Looking For
1. Strong experience in procurement, category management, or contract management within regulated industries.
2. Ability to navigate long-term contracts (10-15 years) with a strategic and commercial mindset.
3. Understanding of supplier market dynamics in an oligopoly and ability to drive value in a competitive landscape.
4. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with experience working cross-functionally.
5. Willingness to work hybrid (minimum 2 days per week in the office) in one of our locations: Stockport, Leeds, Leicester, Windsor, Cardiff.
Why Join Us?
1. Be part of a dynamic and fast-paced environment where your expertise in procurement makes a tangible impact.
2. Work in a highly strategic role that influences the future of metering services in the energy sector.
3. Competitive salary and hybrid working model, offering flexibility and collaboration.
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