Hybrid Category Lead: Data-Driven Procurement Expert

Barchester Healthcare; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Category Lead to join their procurement team in the United Kingdom. This hybrid role involves managing category suppliers, supporting procurement strategies, and collaborating with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of category management experience and strong Microsoft Office skills. Benefits include 25 days annual leave, flexible working options, and access to discounts and medical specialists.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working options

Referral scheme bonuses

Retail and leisure discounts

Access to medical specialists

Counselling and legal services

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in category management.
• Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide support on category queries.
• Manage updates to product and price files.
• Proactively manage category suppliers.
• Analyse data for category management approaches.
• Identify opportunities to deliver value through supplier contracts.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for alignment.

Skills

Category management experience

Project management

Microsoft Office proficiency

UK driving licence

Job description

A healthcare organization is seeking a Category Lead to join their procurement team in the United Kingdom. This hybrid role involves managing category suppliers, supporting procurement strategies, and collaborating with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of category management experience and strong Microsoft Office skills. Benefits include 25 days annual leave, flexible working options, and access to discounts and medical specialists.