Category Manager in Luton

We are recruiting on behalf of a Tier One leading contractor for a Category Manager who will be responsible for procuring and managing framework agreements and contracts for the UK business, delivering cost savings and rebate. Ensuring that Operating Units and Enabling Functions have a compliant and sustainable supply chain.
As the Category Manager, you will: - Procure and manage a portfolio of categories to optimise value to the business through strategic supplier selection and supplier relationship management. - Development of category procurement strategies to clearly demonstrate and seek approval from stakeholders on how a product / service will be strategically procured. - Undertake request for proposals (RFP) applying a balanced scorecard approach to select suppliers based upon criteria which is relevant to client's and business objectives. - Drafting of recommendations (business case), for approval to demonstrate how and why a supplier has been selected. - Draft, negotiate and execute robust agreements / contracts incorporating relevant policies, to reflect the deal, and protect the business from risk. - Work with suppliers to drive innovation and improvement in digital, reduce cost, carbon reduction, improve safety, increase quality, delivery social value or reduce time to deliver successful projects.
They are looking for: - Experience in Travel and HR, including strong knowledge of IR35 requirements. Experience with travel related procurement categories is an advantage. - Oracle Fusion (ERP) experience - Professionalism and good corporate governance. - Enthusiasm and excellent collaboration skills. - Excellent communication skills across all levels of business and supply chain. - Excellent analytical skills to drive the right decisions and outcomes. - Confident and professional approach to stakeholder engagement.
If you are interested in applying / to find out further information please send a copy of your most recent CV to
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