Unlock Your Potential: Category Buyer Opportunity
Are you ready to embark on a career-defining journey with one of the industry's most esteemed names? We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Category Buyer for a prestigious role that offers a path to professional fulfilment and growth. This opportunity is not only about enhancing your career but also about making a significant contribution to a sustainable future. Based in the innovative heart of Gaydon, this 12 month maternity cover offers an excellent umbrella rate of £41.41 per hour (inside IR35), reflecting the importance and value of the role within the company.
What You Will Do:
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and supplier representatives to implement and manage contracts, aligning procurement strategies with business needs.
Define both strategy and sourcing, managing contracts and supplier relationships, requiring regular interaction with senior stakeholders and external suppliers.
Develop and deliver procurement strategies to purchase services, ensuring value for money and fit-for-purpose solutions.
Lead strategic activities to form Strategic Category Plans (SCPs), optimizing the supply base in line with SCP content.
Effectively manage supplier relationships and performance, ensuring annual budget savings are met.
Engage closely with key stakeholders to maximize purchasing influence, aligning with purchasing processes and policies.
What You Will Bring:
Proven experien...