Procurement Category Management Specialist
We are seeking a skilled Procurement Category Management Specialist to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise in strategic category management and procurement to drive business value.
About the Role:
This role involves end-to-end Procurement activities within the Product Portfolio, collaborating with key stakeholders to develop and implement robust procurement strategies. You will translate agreed category strategies into a pipeline of procurement activities, covering short-term execution and longer-term planning.
* Act as a trusted commercial advisor, building and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders to drive process efficiencies and support business needs.
* Develop and refine category plans by analyzing internal data, industry trends, and competitor insights to inform strategic sourcing decisions.
* Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, draft terms and conditions, and negotiate complex service arrangements to achieve optimal outcomes.
* Lead Supplier Relationship Management meetings with strategic suppliers, ensuring a balanced approach between service quality and commercial objectives.
Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you will require:
* Experience in strategic category management across the end-to-end procurement value chain.
* Strong demonstrable understanding of category strategy development and ability to articulate its alignment with overall business goals.
* 5+ years' experience in strategic sourcing, category management, and procurement experience, including at least 3 years in a Category Management role.
* Advanced influencing, communication, and negotiation skills.
* Excellent written, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
Benefits:
We offer a range of benefits, including:
* Heavily discounted air travel for you and your loved ones.
* Flexible working arrangements, including work hours and work from home.
* Discounts on travel insurance, car hire, accommodation, and experiences worldwide.
* Hospitality, retail, technology, beauty services, and wellness discounts.
* A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program offering confidential coaching and support.