Summary: The Category Buyer will manage a portfolio of suppliers in the industrial/manufacturing sector, focusing on implementing procurement strategies and ensuring value for money. This role requires strong negotiation skills and the ability to analyze market trends while fostering relationships with stakeholders. The successful candidate will contribute to continuous improvement in procurement processes and compliance with policies. This position offers opportunities for professional development within a large organization committed to quality and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing a portfolio of suppliers, including performance monitoring and contract management
• Executing procurement strategies across the category
• Identifying savings opportunities and driving cost reduction initiatives
• Ensuring compliance with procurement policies and procedures
• Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
• Analysing market trends and supplier performance
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of procurement processes
• Managing procurement activities within the assigned category

Key Skills:

• A degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain Management or related field
• Proven experience in procurement within the industrial/manufacturing industry
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Knowledge of procurement processes and systems
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Salary (Rate): 44000

City: Rocester

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Purchasing