Category Manager - IT
- Employer
- Procurement Heads
- Location
- Surrey
- Salary
- £40-48,000 per annum + 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays + leading pension scheme
- Closing date
- 26 Aug 2019
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- Specialist Area
- Category Manager
- Sector
- Public Sector
- Function
- Manager
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Details
A Public Sector organisation with an exciting and innovative digital agenda are reaching out to appoint a Category Manager. As Category Manager in the IT & Digital Commercial team you will be responsible for a range of projects, all pivotal to driving the organisation to be highly efficient in utilising technology at all times.
The organisation is committed to providing services of the highest standards, ensuring these are accessible to all service users. Your role will have direct impact on how these services are delivered and utilised. Day to day you will be responsible for IT procurement activity, contract management and budget reporting.
Further responsibilities include;
- Working alongside the team to drive four key areas of Digital & IT: Commissioning, Commercial management (Category), P2P process, Supplier management and Budget reporting
- Contribute to the sourcing strategy for IT on 3 and 5 year cycles
- Work closely across Digital & IT to deliver the IT Category Management Plan and associated KPIs
- Work with the Commercial Manager on the development of costing, funding and charging models
- Participate in inter-authority category management initiatives for the benefit of the contributing authorities.
Skills you will need;
We are looking to recruit a candidate with significant experience of procurement processes, with the ability to run end-to-end cycles. You will come with existing experience of IT categories and a passion to deliver procurement that truly makes a difference.
Whilst it would be advantageous, it is not essential that you come with experience of OJEU. Although there will be a need to learn and develop your skills in respect to this.
Benefits we can offer you;
This organisation is in the heart of a vibrant area of Surrey close to a wide range of shops, restaurants and leisure facilities; all making for a desirable place to work. The organisation also recognises the need for flexible working and encourage the team to be agile in their nature. You will be responsible for your own workload, your time management and how you prioritise activities.
Further benefits include -
- 29 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Leading pension scheme
- Interest free season loan ticket
- Cycle to work and Zip Car Scheme
- Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres
- Comprehensive Learning and Development programme
If you’d like to be part of a commercial team that drives innovation through technology this could be the opportunity for you!
Company
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/
- Website
- http://www.procurementheads.com/
- 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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