Strategic Hard Services Procurement Lead

1st Executive Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement consulting firm in the UK is seeking a Category Manager - Hard Services to lead strategic category management for essential services. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, a proven record of delivering cost savings, and strong skills in negotiation and stakeholder management. This role offers autonomy and opportunities for career development in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in procurement or category management.
• Proven track record of delivering cost savings.
• Experience managing supplier performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management of key Hard Services categories.
• Conduct spend and supplier market analysis.
• Implement structured category plans for cost optimization.
• Develop partnerships with key suppliers.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities.

Skills

Procurement experience

Category management

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Job description

A leading procurement consulting firm in the UK is seeking a Category Manager - Hard Services to lead strategic category management for essential services. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, a proven record of delivering cost savings, and strong skills in negotiation and stakeholder management. This role offers autonomy and opportunities for career development in a collaborative environment.