Strategic Category Manager, Corporate Services (Nuclear)

Great British Nuclear

Warrington

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Great British Energy - Nuclear, the government-backed energy body, is hiring a Category Manager to lead procurement and contract management for corporate and professional services. You will optimise cost, quality, and delivery across marketing, communications, legal, financial services, travel and recruitment.

The role demands data-driven category strategies, strong supplier relationships and governance compliance within the nuclear sector.

Qualifications

Demonstrated experience in category management, with the ability to develop category strategies based on data-driven methodologies and market engagement.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to learn and adapt quickly to new procurement challenges.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with team members and professional engagement with suppliers.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and familiar with procurement software tools and data analysis techniques.
Ability to strategise, plan and manage commercial outcomes, including sourcing and contract management, to optimise commercial outcomes.
Commercial knowledge and experience across the full commercial lifecycle, with public sector procurement experience being beneficial.
Experience with this category in the public sector is preferrable but not a necessity.

Responsibilities

Maintain a thorough understanding of market dynamics within assigned categories, including supplier capabilities, pricing trends, and potential supply chain risks.
Take responsibility for system-level commercial management of relevant categories and contracts, ensuring compliance with policies and maintaining an accurate pipeline and contract register.
Proactively identify and elevate potential supply chain disruptions for timely resolution.
Develop and implement procurement strategies and projects aligned with category management objectives for designated categories.
Analyse procurement data to identify issues and propose solutions, ensuring adherence to budget, quality, and delivery timelines.
Manage the full procurement process from market engagement through sourcing to contract award and administration.
Oversee contract creation, negotiation and administration, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements within the nuclear sector.
Ensure adherence to governance, legislative and policy requirements in procurement and contract management activities.
Develop and manage productive relationships with suppliers and stakeholders across functions to facilitate effective commercial and contract management services.
Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, supplier information and contract documents, adhering to filing and data management protocols.