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My client, based in Royston, is a global pharmaceutical company who are now looking for an experienced Category Manager to join their team.

The purpose of the role is to strategically manage the supply base and category spend within the BPS division for the following categories:
o Turned and Milled Parts
o Plate Processing
o Mechanical Subassemblies
o Electronic and Electronic Assemblies
o Pharmaceutical

The key duties of the role will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Global development and implementation of category strategies
• Develop positive relationships with key vendors that deliver benefits to all parties
• Manage existing supply base and identify new sources
• Monitor industry trends and take actions to react accordingly
• Work closely with R & D to ensure vendor base offers the products/services needed
• Conduct price and contract negotiations
• Establish framework agreements
• Use the controlling tool to monitor trends and identify opportunities
• Implement cost reduction projects
• Participate in cross-functional teams and projects
• Identify and implement actions in the area of risk management

The ideal candidate for the role must have the following experience and skills:

• Must have proven experience in strategic sourcing, preferably in the area of turned and milled parts or electronics, preferably within the life sciences industry.
• Category management within a global organisation
• Competent handling of ERP systems, including SAP
• Good knowledge of contract law as well as supplier and project management
• Excellent negotiation skills and confident manner

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