Procurement Category Manager - Professional Services
- Employer
- Bramwith Consulting
- Location
- Homeworking
- Salary
- GBP50000 - GBP55000 per annum +
- Closing date
- 12 Aug 2021
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- Specialist Area
- Procurement
- Job Level
- Manager
- Sector
- Production & Operations
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Details
Procurement Category Manager - Professional Services
Location: Reading (Flexible)
Salary: £55k
This major UK firm, being the largest in their sector and reaching 15 million individuals daily, has recently had a significant expansion and transformation of the procurement function. They are looking for a Category Manager to join their best-in-class procurement function and manage the £100m spend for the Professional Services Category. This role will be based out of the HQ in Reading, with working from home 2-3 days a week.
As Category Manager you will be covering projects including engineering and business consultancy, audit, legal and insurance. This is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career with a renowned company, who pride themselves on retaining, developing and progressing their internal talent.
Role Responsibilities:
- Leading strategy development across the sub-categories, including consultancy, audit, legal and insurance
- Successfully manage the £100m spend in professional services category, whilst driving bottom line cost savings
- Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts whilst developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers
- Establish, grow and leverage network of suppliers, industry practitioners, and procurement professionals within categories of expertise
Required Experience:
- Strong ability to develop and manage stakeholder engagement, defining specifications and managing complex risks
- Experience in the public and private sector, having successfully implemented change through developing and applying strategies
- Understanding of indirect procurement, with experience in buying indirect services
- Previous experience in market engagement, defining specifications, managing complex risks and with a strong understanding of construction delivery models
- Degree and MCIPS preferred but not essential
For more information, please contact Conall or apply directly by sending your CV to jobsCDH@bramwithconsulting.co.uk
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Company
Award-winning recruitment specialist with an exclusive global pool of procurement, operations and supply chain talent.
Working with a wide range of small start-ups through to large FTSE 100 businesses, Bramwith Consulting has established a reputation for excellence, delivery and market knowledge.
Our expert consultants, work on both contingency and retained search mandates with clients, advising and assisting them in hiring niche Procurement staff. Our experienced recruiters have proven track records establishing and developing relationships with clients and candidates alike, allowing us to provide the highest calibre of candidates and job opportunities.
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