Head of Category Management - Purchasing

Stoke on Trent Permanent £110,000 - £120,000 per year View Job Description
This role is for a Head of Category Management - Purchasing, an integral part of the overall Procurement strategy for a prominent player in their sector. The position is based in the Stoke / Staffordshire region
  • Join a growing, international business
  • Autonomy to develop and roll out category management

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established, high-profile leader in their field. With a globally presence, the company is renowned for its innovation, quality and commitment to customer service.

Job Description

As the Head of Category Management - Purchasing you will,

  • Lead the development and execution of category management across a complex, global manufacturing operation
  • Hire and manage a diverse team of category managers, building engagement and performance
  • Drive cost reduction initiatives and value creation as a direct effect of the strategy
  • Advocate and drive the value of the approach with internal and external stakeholders
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments, and enable complete visibility of the value created by the function

The Successful Applicant

A successful Head of Category Management - Purchasing should have:

  • A track record of rolling out Category Management in a complex, multisite operation
  • Proven leadership and team management skills, enabling hire performance
  • Working knowledge of purchasing within a global Manufacturer
  • Energy and resilience with first class communication skills

What's on Offer

  • circa £120,000 per annum.
  • An opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.



Contact
Jonathan Weller
Quote job ref
JN-062024-6450233
Phone number
+44 161 829 0388

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Direct Procurement
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Stoke on Trent
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jonathan Weller
Consultant phone
+44 161 829 0388
Job reference
JN-062024-6450233