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Lead Category Manager

Ref: AS5090557

Leeds, UK

$60,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Procurement
  • Vendor Management
  • Cost Optimization

About the candidate

The candidate is an adept procurement professional with an impressive background in Corporate Services Category Management, specifically in sectors such as HR, Legal, and Financial Services. This individual has garnered extensive experience in managing intricate sourcing operations and formulating strategic initiatives aimed at driving cost efficiencies and improving supplier relations. Renowned for their cooperative approach, they have a proven ability to influence stakeholders and navigate through complex organizational structures to effectively implement transformational changes.

With a robust analytical skill set and an adaptability to rapidly changing environments, the candidate has a fervent desire to contribute to a leading-edge procurement function. Their career trajectory has seen them work with prominent retail groups and key players in financial institution sectors, making them a coveted asset to any team looking to enhance their procurement strategies.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Management: Achieved a 20% reduction in costs at a national retail group by implementing effective procurement strategies and strong vendor negotiations.
  • Operational Improvements: Enhanced procurement cycle times by 15% through strategic sourcing and smart data analysis, proving significant improvements in operational efficiency.
  • Change Agent: Successfully led procurement transformation initiatives, driving change and introducing innovative practices that aligned with corporate goals.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Sourcing and Category Management: Expert in managing complex sourcing activities for HR, Legal, and Financial Service categories in large organizations. Proven ability to navigate corporate procurement with impactful strategies.
  • Stakeholder Management and Collaboration: Exemplifies a collaborative approach in stakeholder engagement across diverse organizational levels to secure buy-in for strategic procurement initiatives and operational changes.
  • Cost Reduction and Efficiency Improvement: Demonstrated history of significantly reducing costs through adept negotiation and strategic sourcing, including a 20% cost reduction in previous roles.