Category Management Specialist

TN United Kingdom; Worthing; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Category Management Specialist to enhance supplier relationships and optimize procurement strategies. In this role, you will be responsible for driving value from the supply chain and meeting commercial targets while managing category spend. Your expertise in stakeholder management and negotiation will be key to developing high-value agreements. Join a company that prioritizes your professional growth and offers a supportive work environment, flexible benefits, and a commitment to inclusivity.

Benefits

Bonus opportunity

Generous pension scheme

29 days holiday plus bank holidays

Up to 40% discount on Aviva products

Free Aviva shares through Matching Share Plan

Paid volunteering days

Flexible benefits including sustainability options

Wellbeing support and tools

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in commercial and stakeholder management.
• Extensive experience leading end-to-end sourcing processes.

Responsibilities

• Maximize value through commercial management of key suppliers.
• Collaborate with functions to execute a holistic procurement strategy.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

End-to-End Sourcing

Negotiation Skills

Category Management

CIPS Qualification

Education

Degree in a relevant field

CIPS Qualification

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Category Management Specialist, Worthing

Client: Aviva

Location: Worthing, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 015df50db687

Job Views: 9

Posted: 24.04.2025

Expiry Date: 08.06.2025

Job Description:

Category Management Specialist - Professional Services

A bit about the job:

The purpose of the role is to maximise value through the end-to-end commercial management of Aviva’s key suppliers and associated third-party spend, building and delivering category plans and driving value from the supply chain. You’ll meet agreed commercial targets for the category – including delivery of balanced cost reductions – and be accountable for managing all relevant category or sub-category spend. You will collaborate with and challenge where appropriate the various functions to ensure a holistic procurement strategy and plan is executed. Effective stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills are essential for success in this role.

Skills and experience we’re looking for:

• Proven expertise in commercial and stakeholder management, driving positive relationships and results.
• Extensive experience leading and managing end-to-end sourcing processes for optimized outcomes.
• Skilled in developing and negotiating high-value agreements that deliver maximum value.
• Strong background in Category Management, strategically aligning procurement with business goals.
• CIPS qualification, degree, or equivalent is highly desirable, showcasing a dedication to professional excellence.

What you’ll get for this role:

Our purpose - with you today, for a better tomorrow – is a promise we make to our colleagues too. And one of the ways we live up to that promise is by investing in you. We have so much to offer when it comes to being an Aviva colleague.

• Starting salary circa £50,000 (depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications)
• Bonus opportunity – 10% of annual salary. Actual amount depends on your performance and Aviva’s.
• Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in.
• 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell up to 5 days
• Make your money go further - Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts
• Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme
• Supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave
• Flexible benefits including sustainability options such as cycle to work
• Make a difference by participating in our Aviva Communities and using 3 paid volunteering days
• We prioritize your wellbeing with various support and tools

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Aviva is for everyone:

We’re inclusive and welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We also support flexible working arrangements, including part-time and job shares.

We adapt locations, hours, and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and colleagues. Most of our people work around 50% in our offices, combining flexibility with collaboration.