Category Manager
Job Details
Full Job Description
This position is for a Indirect Category Manager in the sporting industry. The role requires leadership skills and the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing indirect procurement specifically travel.
Client Details
The company is a prominent player in the sporting industry, boasting a large workforce spread across various locations.
Description
- Oversee and manage procurement processes
- End to end procurement cycle
- Category management of travel, uniform and energy
- Build strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
- Develop and implement effective procurement strategies.
- Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and regulations.
- Drive cost-saving initiatives
- Monitor market trends and adapt procurement strategies accordingly.
- Mentor and guide team members.
- Work closely with other departments to ensure alignment of procurement goals.
Profile
A successful Category Manager should have:
- MCIPS
- Proven experience in indirect procurement, ideally travel
- Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.
- A track record of implementing successful procurement strategies.
- Strong analytic abilities.
- A deep understanding of market dynamics and sound business judgement.
- The ability to lead and inspire a team.
Job Offer
- A competitive annual salary, ranging between 55,000 and 65,000, plus a bonus.
- An exciting opportunity to work in the thrilling sporting world
- A supportive company culture that values team spirit and innovation.
- Attractive holiday leave.
We encourage all interested applicants who fit the outlined criteria to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading company
Category Manager
Michael Page
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