Category Specialist

Michael Page; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

27 days holiday

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Category Specialist based in Sheffield within the Procurement & Supply Chain team to manage supplier relationships and sourcing strategies for cost-effective solutions. The role is hybrid, with 3 days in the office and a 12-month fixed-term contract.

The candidate will work in the industrial and manufacturing sector, reporting to the team leader and contributing to cost management initiatives and supplier performance reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement roles with supplier management.
• Ability to manage multiple contracts and negotiate terms.
• Fixed-term contract starting immediately.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships, ensuring performance and compliance with agreements.
• Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand procurement needs.
• Monitor supplier performance and address issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Prepare and present reports on category performance and cost initiatives.

Job description

As a Category Specialist you will be working in the Procurement & Supply Chain department, you'll play a key role in managing supplier relationships and sourcing strategies to ensure smooth operations. Based in Sheffield, you'll focus on delivering cost-effective solutions within the industrial and manufacturing sector.

Client Details

This role is with a company in the industrial and manufacturing sector, based in Sheffield! This will be working on a fixed term contract initially for at least a period of 12 months! This role will be working in a small team of 4, reporting into the team leader. This role offers hybrid working with 3 days per week in the office!

Description

As Category Specialist, duties will include, however, not be limited to:

• Manage supplier relationships, ensuring performance and compliance with agreements.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to achieve optimal terms.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand procurement needs and priorities.
• Monitor supplier performance and address any issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
• Prepare and present reports on category performance and cost management initiatives.

Profile

As Category Specialist, you should have:

• Prior experience working within Procurement.
• Confident managing suppliers & a variety of contracts.
• Be able to work on a Fixed Term Contract Basis starting Immediately.

Job Offer

• Salary range up to 36,000 per year, dependent on the level of experience.
• Hybrid working with 3 days on site in Sheffield.
• 27 days of holiday leave.
• Fixed-term contract with potential for development opportunities.