We have an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Category Manager to join our Procurement team based in Leeds!
As our new Procurement Category Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic sourcing initiatives for a variety of categories across MPS, alongside ensuring optimal supplier performance and driving cost savings, through robust stakeholder management and negotiation skills to achieve best value for money.
Our Procurement Category Managers own a portfolio of contracts and services, working alongside cost centre owners and business leaders, include C-Suite and our Executive Board, to help embed a cost-conscious mindset and promote the financial sustainability of MPS.
Role Responsibility
As our new Procurement Category Manager, you will also:
1. Be responsible for leading end-to-end procurement process for strategic tenders
2. Support our Divisions to leverage the capabilities of third parties and ensuring effective and robust supply chain due diligence and governance
3. Contribute to cost savings targets, cost avoidance, and initiatives aligned to the Procurement Cost Drivers
4. Maintain a strong culture of compliance across all procurement processes, challenging if required to ensure processes are followed across the business
5. Build and maintain positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including C-Suit...