Category Manager
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Location
Leicestershire, England
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Sector:
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Job type:
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Salary:
£36500 - £39500 per annum
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Consultant:
Liam Cox
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Email:
liam.cox@sellickpartnership.co.uk
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Reference:
LC916829_1582738076
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Published:
about 1 year ago
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Expiry date:
2020-03-27
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Consultant:
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A Public Sector organisation in the East Midlands are currently seeking a Category Manager following on from some recent internal changes. This is a crucial role in the organisation, and gives the successful applicant the chance to work for a reputable, successful and growing that make a huge difference across the Public Sector.
Key responsibilities of the Category Manager:
- Take responsibility for a range of category specific framework agreements and ensure they are managed, publicised, marketed, and that usage is monitored to achieve targeted income
- Create strategies for the development of the category, and manage/develop and assist with the implementation of a range of products and services
- Assess new product offerings by identifying gaps in market, reviewing framework viability, responding to government initiatives
- Undertake or manage procurement projects from initial idea through to award and ongoing contract management
- Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers and customers, proactively developing these relationships to maximise performance across the organisations frameworks and contracts
- Take responsibility for the day-to day supervision of a small team of procurement staff to ensure procurement projects are delivered on time and to plan
- Ensure compliance with the overall procurement strategy, financial regulations, and UK/EU law
The successful Category Manager will:
- Have previous Public Sector procurement experience
- Be qualified to CIPS/MCIPS
- Have substantial knowledge and experience of procurement policy and practice, including relevant legislations (OJEU, PCR2015, etc)
- Have proven experience in managing a competitive tendering process
- Have experience in development and implementation of plans
- Have an awareness and understanding of the whole life cycle of procurement, contract and relationship management
- Have excellent negotiation skills
On offer:
- Competitive salaries
- Flexible working opportunities
- Excellent holiday entitlement
- Access to a contributory pension scheme
- Continued professional training and development
- Free parking
This role is a fantastic opportunity for a Public Sector procurement professional looking to continue with their career and join an excellent organisation. You will be joining at a crucial time and play a key role in their continued growth and success.
