A leading workwear solutions provider requires a Procurement Category Manager. Applicants need procurement expertise within FMCG or manufacturing, the ability to develop category strategies and ideally sone knowledge of PPE product/supplier landscape.
The Procurement Category Manager will join a large, growing and high-performing Procurement function. Responsible for 1 direct report, the Procurement Category Manager will lead procurement activities across assigned categories (workwear, footwear, gloves, clothing, workplace hardware/equipment, PPE, hygiene/janitorial), helping to reduce costs and growing profit margins.
Now is an exciting time to join the organisation as they enjoy a period of sustained success and growth. Alongside a competitive salary (£48,000 - £55,000) the total package includes an uncapped company profit share scheme, flexible and working from home options.
Specific duties of the Procurement Category Manager include:
- Negotiation and maintain T&Cs with suppliers, rebate agreements, early payment and transport discounts
- Supplier selection/deselection activities
- Foster strategic relationships with key supply chain partners and manage supply chain performance
- Analyse consumer/market trends across PPE/workwear categories and competitor activities
- Contribute to the growth and development of product ranges
- Seek to maximise product profit margin
- Optimise stock and inventory levels
Procurement Category Managers should meet the following criteria:
- Procurement experience within FMCG or manufacturing businesses
- Procurement experience in PPE/Workwear, or knowledge of this market and supplier landscape
- Commercial acumen - the ability to identify cost savings and contribute to broader business strategy
- Accustomed to senior stakeholder liaison, internally and externally
- The ability to support a procurement function and business during a period of growth and expansion