WA Consultants is currently recruiting for a Commercial Manager for an initial 6-month contract position. Our client is looking for candidates to undertake the following:
Responsibilities:
Understand historic and future expenditure profiles in the category
Engage with stakeholders to understand business needs and jointly work up category strategies
Develop and deliver procurement and supply chain strategies
Supporting internal and external monitoring of supply chain relationships, ensuring that supply chains are as efficient as possible and meet the needs of the organisation
Support end to end procurement process for a specific set of products and services within the categories ensuring the successful delivery of contracts that adhere to all relevant EU legislation's, value for money principles and commercial probity
Ensure effective lines of communication with stakeholders to keep them appraised of relevant information and progress with projects
Provision of analytical support to Head of Procurement and team members in support of strategy, the delivery of benefits, all relevant legislation and change management
Essential Qualifications, Skills & Abilities:
MCIPS Qualified
Relevant Contract Management & Procurement experience at leading a strategic category
The ability to provide strategic advice and guidance, understanding risk appetites and application of the relevant laws.
Adaptable to change and the ability to think laterally.
Strong negotiation skills and experience, specifically negotiating contracts with a wide range of suppliers.
Excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrating proven ability to build trust and influence with across the organisation and with suppliers.
The ability to demonstrate drive.
Proven and demonstrable procurement experience within a similar organisation.
Proven ability to focus on value for stakeholders.
Please note, this contract has been deemed by the client to fall inside of IR35.
For further information please contact Alex Wilson.
WA Consultants is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as described within The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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Category Manager - Procurement in Taunton employer: WA Consultants
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