Salary Range: £42,585 - £68,400
Base Location: Flexible – Warrington, Harwell, Cumbria
The Role:
Category Manager driving strategic initiatives to optimise supply chains. You will be the subject matter expert, driving excellence and innovation in procurement and supply chain management. You will be a key player in the Commercial & Business Development Function, responsible for managing goods and services used on site across various requirements, such as PPE and scaffolding.
Key Responsibilities:
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Validate and assure procurement activities within Site Operations, including the design, analysis, and evaluation of tenders.
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Provide guidance on the correct routes to market.
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Support the development of Site Operations category strategies.
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Ensure innovation, industry best practices, and continuous improvement.
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Build strong stakeholder relationships for effective cross-group collaboration.
What We’re Looking For:
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Qualifications: MCIPS, membership of IACCM, MRICS, or equivalent professional qualification.
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Experience: Managing OJEU procurement activity or similar in a regulated environment and developing and delivering category strategies.
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Skills: Proven track record in procurement, strong analytical mind-set, commercial acumen, and excellent communication skills.
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Attributes: Cooperative, collaborative, and a champion of diversity and cross-cultural competency.
What We Offer:
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Competitive Salary: Based on demonstrable knowledge, skills, and experience.
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Annual Bonus: Generous performance-based scheme.
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Pension: Defined benefit Civil Service pension scheme.
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Leave: 30 days annual leave plus 8 public and bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)