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CATEGORY MANAGER - MARKETING

Employer
Procurement Heads
Location
Weybridge, Surrey
Salary
Up to £50,000
Closing date
1 Jun 2019

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Specialist Area
Category Manager
Sector
Pharmaceutical
Function
Manager
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Job Details

A business working to make a difference in the lives of their customers; a global brand leading in the medical manufacturing industry.

Working as part of an established Category Management Team, and operating at a global level, you will run end to end procurement activity for marketing spend in the EMEA region. Focused around building collaborative relationships with stakeholders and suppliers alike, you will ensure efficient and effective running of the marketing spend.

To be successful in this position you will be confident in working within a global capacity, with the capability to develop sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships and act as an advisor for commercial and contractual queries. As a key member of the sourcing function it is your responsibility to achieve maximum value from supplier arrangements. You will evidence strong communication skills and build positive stakeholder relationships across the business. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement best practice procurement strategy for assigned category spend.
  • Collaborate with key business stakeholders to drive relevant procurement strategy and achieve efficient and effective procurement delivery.
  • Work closely with suppliers to maintain relationships whilst ensuring value for the business.
  • Collate relevant market data and report to management as required.
  • Work alongside legal teams to execute relevant contract agreements.
  • Execution of purchase orders to suppliers as required.
  • Managing the performance of suppliers in a Category using approved processes and tools. 
  • Maintain internal procurement systems.

Skills and Experience Required:

The appointed candidate will have proven procurement experience with a sound working knowledge and track record of delivery within the marketing category. Further skills and experience required is as follows;

  • Ability to influence internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
  • Excellent communication skills with a collaborative work style.
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  • Computer literate with strong excel skills and capability to operate online procurement tools / systems.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive business with an exciting strategy. Please apply with an up to date CV today or call Sophie on 01962 869838 for more information.

Company

PROCUREMENT HEADS ICON [square]

Procurement Heads is all about getting to know great Procurement Professionals and bringing them together to make outstanding Procurement teams.

With a proven track record of delivery, we support people through the life-cycle of their careers, providing an end-to-end consultative service. We partner with many prominent brands and organisations, sourcing Procurement talent using industry-leading tools and techniques. Focussed and proactive, our methodology provides a comprehensive assessment of your needs and tailors solutions to meet them. The ability to identify and attract the best people across all sectors, often involves us designing and managing bespoke campaigns.

Our purpose...

To deliver recruitment as a professional service.

We engage with leaders across procurement, HR and executive functions to make their organisations successful. More than just a recruitment company, we provide a suite of talent solutions tailored to your business needs.

Our values

Rewarding relationships

For us, it’s personal. Relationships are pivotal to our existence and we place great value on their development. We encourage collaboration through our unique referral scheme ‘The Heads Up’ and are driven by a desire to build deep long-standing partnerships. Our goal is to act as an ambassador for the teams and individuals we support.

Exceeding expectations

More than just a recruitment company, we engage with leaders to deliver the unexpected when it comes to sourcing talent. Going beyond ‘filling the role’, we advise, challenge, champion and are innovative in the value-add solutions we provide.

Doing the right thing

Doing the right thing is not difficult. Knowing what the right thing is, that’s where we come in. Everyone has a responsibility for the choices they make. We pledge to lead the way by championing Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and Sustainability.

Our team of experienced Procurement consultants are on hand to support you with your Procurement career.

Address: The Corner, Gordon Rd, Winchester SO23 7DD

Tel: 01962 869 838

Website: https://www.procurementheads.com/

Company info
Website
Telephone
01962 869 838
Location
Heads Resourcing Group,
West Wing, Ground Floor,
Burlington House, Hedge End
Southampton
Hampshire
SO30 2AF
United Kingdom

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