Procurement Category Manager

Jangro Ltd; Horwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

On Site Gym

Wellbeing Days

Gift & Gain Day

Free parking

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Procurement Specialist to drive value in sourcing goods and services. This role involves conducting market analysis, negotiating with suppliers, and managing procurement strategies to ensure competitiveness. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and negotiation skills, with a proven track record in procurement. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will make a significant impact on the company's success and growth.

Qualifications

• MCIPS qualified or working towards qualification with 3+ years in procurement.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills with business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement needs and develop category strategies for competitiveness.
• Negotiate supplier terms and monitor quality and service levels.
• Sourcing new products and managing supplier relationships.

Skills

Procurement Skills

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Business Acumen

Numeracy Skills

Organizational Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

MCIPS qualified or working towards MCIPS Level 5-6

Undergraduate degree in Business Purchasing and Supply Chain Management

Job description

Responsible for conducting market analysis, fully leveraging negotiations and managing suppliers to proactively drive value in sourcing goods and services, ensuring continuous improvement within the category and in line with the Jangro boards directive.

The Successful Applicant:

1. Excellent procurement, analytical and strong negotiation skills
2. Proven track record of results with a high level of business acumen
3. Ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
4. Ability to demonstrate good numeracy and organisational skills
5. Energetic, persuasive and well organised

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Managing all aspects of the Category including:
1. Identifying Procurement needs and developing a Category Strategy to provide clear focus on direction, opportunities and challenges to ensure Jangro remain competitive
2. Negotiating supplier product, service, quality, pricing and payment terms
3. Ensuring price and product changes only occur in line with company policy
4. Negotiating retrospective rebates and monitoring target achievement progress
5. Benchmarks & tenders (in conjunction with the Procurement Manager)
6. Monitoring sales, volumes and service levels
7. Managing audits to monitor quality of Jangro branded products
8. KPI measuring and monitoring
9. Proactive engagement in SRM for approved and potential supply partners
10. Sourcing new products and suppliers from both inside and outside the UK
11. Providing expert procurement advice
12. Following up member complaints
13. Managing risks & opportunities associated with suppliers, market conditions and NPD
14. Updating and maintaining supplier records and diaries for the category
15. Ensuring all category updates are passed to the committee and the membership in a timely manner

Education/Experience/Qualifications:

1. Minimum requirement: MCIPS qualified with current membership; or working towards MCIPS qualification at Level 5 – 6; or Undergraduate degree preferably in Business Purchasing and Supply Chain Management or other Procurement related field.
2. Minimum of 3 years continuous practical experience in a similar Procurement role (not essential that this is within the Cleaning and Hygiene Industry)
3. Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative and fast paced environment.

Benefits:

1. Pension
2. On Site Gym
3. Wellbeing Days
4. Gift & Gain Day
5. Free parking

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Marketing and Sales
• Wholesale