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Category Manager

Employer
Sefton Council
Location
Bootle, Merseyside
Salary
£40,578 to £43,570 p.a.
Closing date
26 Aug 2022

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Job Details

YOUR NEW ROLE will see you work closely with the Procurement Service Manager to support the success of key projects throughout the entire procurement cycle, delivering procurement strategies for the Council and taking the lead on procurement management. You will be a trusted source of Procurement expertise and advice for teams across Sefton Council.

WORK LIFE BALANCE

At Sefton Council you will enjoy family friendly working arrangements, including generous holiday allowances, flexible working hours, agile working arrangements, whether at home or in the office, and of course, Sefton’s beautiful coastline, greenspaces and vibrant social scene at your disposal.#

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

The successful applicant will have a broad experience of procurement within a local government environment and a thorough understanding of local government procurement regulations.  You will be passionate about delivering sustainability and championing social value whilst achieving a successful balance between both innovation and meeting corporate policies and regulatory requirements.

We’re looking for individuals who are CIPS qualified and have strong experience within a purchasing role. You’ll demonstrate knowledge of contract law and will have a successful track record of negotiating with external stakeholders. You’ll be conversant with procurement methodologies and techniques and proficient in completing research and market analysis. 

You will require a comprehensive knowledge of up to date procurement law and practice and possess appropriate specialist knowledge procurement processes.

You will be technically competent with experience in delivering complex projects working with a range of stakeholders both internal and external to the Council. You will work with suppliers and develop strategies to ensure the Council is receiving the most efficient service terms while maintaining value and cost efficiency benefits.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE with us. Sefton is a vibrant local authority, home to over 275,000 residents, on a journey of aspiration and ambition as it delivers its exciting vision for 2030. Be as passionate as we are about making a difference to our residents' lives.

Company

Sefton is a diverse and exciting borough and is a great place to live and work.

As an employer we can offer a diverse range of job roles across a variety of settings. We offer attractive conditions of service which allow for a good work life balance and invest in our staff through our learning and development programme.

Company info
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Telephone
07970 319158
Location
Magdalen House
Trinity Road
Bootle
Merseyside
L20 3JA
GB

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