Summary: The Strategic Category Procurement Manager at Northern Gas Networks will implement category strategies to enhance business efficiency and service delivery. This role involves managing strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and risk management while collaborating with stakeholders to optimize category spend. The position requires leading complex procurement activities and developing high-performing teams to achieve continuous improvement. The role is hybrid, allowing for a mix of office and home working, and is offered on a fixed-term basis with potential for permanent placement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for significant areas of spend, identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Lead complex procurement activities and negotiations from conception to contract, ensuring compliance and stakeholder engagement.
• Provide expert commercial and procurement advice related to assigned categories.
• Identify and lead a high-performing procurement team, fostering a culture of quality service and continuous improvement.
• Develop implementation and contract management plans for robust post-procurement frameworks.
• Contribute to governance and transparency of procurement frameworks and assist in audits.
• Maintain strong partnerships with business units and stakeholders.

Key Skills:

• Commercial and procurement experience in high-value categories within large organizations.
• Leadership skills in managing high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for professional reporting and stakeholder engagement.
• Knowledge of OJEU practices and experience in regulated procurement environments.
• Ability to manage defined areas of spend for sustainable financial benefits.
• Consulting and negotiation skills aligned with business objectives.
• Analytical and research skills for innovative solution delivery.
• Advanced computer literacy, particularly with procurement software like SAP S4 Hana and SAP Ariba.

Salary (Rate): 55942

City: Leeds

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other