Senior Procurement Category Manager

Looking for an experienced Category Procurement Manager to work for a high profile company in Reading that offers great benefits to include a bonus scheme and generous holiday allowance of up to 35 days plus bank holidays.

The role will develop appropriate commercial strategies and approaches to optimise value-for-money and minimise supplier-related risk. The Category Manager will own, develop & deliver sourcing events (both traditional & e-sourcing) which will fully align with the Corporate Procurement Policy.

You will lead the business in agreeing and delivering clear and compelling sub-category strategies which fully support the company’s strategic objectives and understand the Value Chain and challenge materials, specifications, sources of supply etc. to deliver value improvements.

Experience needed

• A procurement background of working within construction or telecoms infrastructure
• Hands-on category management, negotiating and presentational skills.
• RFP/Sourcing Event management. Goal deployment of strategy and process creation.