- Supporting the Procurement team in creating organisational excellence in procurement.
- Developing and implementing strategic sourcing initiatives for designated categories.
- Ensuring compliance with contracts and procurement standards in key markets.
- Meeting customer needs by delivering best value for money and exceptional service.
- Proactively engaging with the marketplace, employing key strategies for supplier and contract management.
- Mentoring and overseeing Category Assistants to optimise procurement spending.
- Membership in the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or equivalent professional body.
- Degree-level qualification in a related field.
- Proficiency in UK Procurement legislation.
- Commitment to continuous professional development (CPD).
- Training in supply chain management, supplemented by relevant specialist courses.
- Knowledge of contract law and dispute resolution.
- Strong statistical and data analysis skills.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in direct or indirect procurement.
- Extensive purchasing background.
- Proficiency in strategic sourcing methodologies.
- Effective communication with stakeholders.
- Ability to foster collaborative relationships internally and externally.
- Advanced negotiation and influencing abilities.
- Previous experience in contract management.
- Demonstrated teamwork, delegation, and empowerment skills.
- Successful project management in complex procurement scenarios.
- Track record of meeting and exceeding targets.
- Management of resources, financial risk, and commercial acumen.
- Experience in sourcing, mapping, and managing the supply chain.
- Gym, fitness and wellbeing discounts
- Mental health support
- Flexible working options
- Access to online GP appointments
- Pension plan – contribute between 4% and 8% and we'll match it or better
- Quick and easy pension transfer service
- Savings and financial advice, loans, free life assurance
- Discounts on shopping, holidays, phones, technology and more
- Ongoing personal and professional development programme
- Leadership Pathways online learning resources
- Career progression and promotion opportunities
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Procurement Category Manager - Bradford, United Kingdom - Anchor Hanover
Description
37.5 hours per week - both full-time and part-time applications will be considered
Salary is up to £48k depending on experience
Hybrid working with occasional travel to the Bradford Office
As a Procurement Category Manager, you'll report to the Senior Procurement Manager, leading the development and execution of a category sourcing program. Your responsibilities will focus on cultivating strategic relationships with suppliers and markets, driving cost efficiencies, and providing expert guidance to internal stakeholders.
Responsibilities will also include:
About You:
To excel in this role, we seek candidates with the following qualifications and experience:
Experience & Skills:
Anchor – a great place to work
Anchor is England's largest not-for-profit providers of care and housing for older people. Our heartfelt ambition is to transform housing and care so everyone can have a home where they love living in later life.
We're not-for-profit which means every penny we make or save is invested in the people who live with us, the places they live and the people who work here. That means a better standard of care and customer service, better wages, more investment in training and development and improved facilities.
A rewarding environment
From health and happiness to finance and your career, we'll give you all the support you need.
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