Category Manager

Insight, City of Westminster

Category Manager

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Insight, City of Westminster

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 3 Nov | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 9e574c0fdb764afab4f02f97d3f7e596

Full Job Description

My client, a large public sector organisation, are looking for a Category Manager to join them on a permanent basis. This role will assist on procurement across various categories and manage high value projects. As a Category Manager you will act as an advisor on procurement and ensure effective communication with all third-party suppliers and internal stakeholders. Role and responsibilities:

  • Work to achieve organisation objectives in relation to procurement
  • Manage and lead a small team to support organisational effectiveness
  • Provide procurement advice to relevant departments
  • Support procurement processes and ensure best practice
  • Manage strategic sourcing and ensure improvements across several services
  • Support the end-to-end procurement process for multiple projects
  • Lead complex projects and ensure processes are in line with legislation
  • Ensure procurement processes meet key business objectives
  • Actively support in the delivery of procurement related training

    Be an expert in the field of procurement ideally with a background in public sector
  • Experience from a large and complex organisation is preferred
  • Experience in social care, communities, environmental services and housing would be advantageous
  • Strategic sourcing experience and awareness of policies within public sector procurement
  • Stakeholder management skills
  • Confident communicator with the ability to work and manage a small team