Procurement Category Manager

N Brown Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Procurement Category Manager to join their innovative Procurement team. This pivotal role focuses on Goods Not For Resale, emphasizing strategic sourcing and supplier management. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise in Indirect Procurement and negotiation to foster strong relationships and drive value through effective contract management. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this forward-thinking organization values its culture and offers flexible working options, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Holiday Entitlement

Pension

Health and Wellbeing Support

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Indirect Procurement, preferably in Technology.
• Strong relationship-building skills and proven negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic plans in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Manage contracts and suppliers, driving insights and reviews.

Skills

Indirect Procurement

Negotiation Skills

Relationship Building

e-Procurement Systems

Commercial Acumen

Communication Skills

Tools

P2P Systems

Job description

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Overview

This role is with N Brown Group, focusing on Goods Not For Resale. Your pay will depend on your skills and experience; discuss this with your recruiter.

Role Details

We’re seeking a Procurement Category Manager – Indirect to join our Procurement team. This is a non-product buying role, involving direct stakeholder engagement and autonomous initiative management. We value our culture and encourage you to review our core values before applying.

As a Category Manager, you will drive value through sourcing and negotiations, ensuring optimal solutions and stakeholder satisfaction. You will develop and review strategic plans for suppliers and contracts, utilizing supply and demand levers to generate tangible business value. Your responsibilities include managing spend, facilitating supplier relationships, and overseeing the P2P process from onboarding to payment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and update strategic plans in collaboration with stakeholders.
2. Evaluate and challenge commercial models to optimize outcomes.
3. Manage contracts and suppliers, sharing insights and driving reviews.
4. Innovate solutions to maximize value.
5. Support Supplier Relationship Managers and ensure SRM policy compliance.
6. Define and monitor KPIs & SLAs for supplier performance.
7. Contribute to savings initiatives and cost mitigation.
8. Lead negotiations to achieve cost efficiencies.
9. Adapt to changing priorities with agility.

Required Skills and Experience

1. Experience in Indirect Procurement, preferably in Technology.
2. Background in a Category-led team environment.
3. Proficiency with e-Procurement and P2P systems.
4. Strong relationship-building skills with internal and external partners.
5. Proven negotiation and influencing skills at senior levels.
6. Effective communication skills adaptable to different audiences.
7. Numerate with strong commercial acumen.
8. Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience.

Benefits

• Holiday entitlement, pension, health and wellbeing support, and more.

About N Brown

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, with a rich history and a forward-thinking approach. Our culture values equality, sustainability, and customer obsession. Recognized as a top employer, we foster a supportive environment with flexible working options.

Application Process

We will acknowledge your application promptly and keep you updated throughout the process. Good luck!