Role Overview
This role is a Fixed Term Contract (FTC) for 14 months, starting 1st February 2025, within the Procurement team. The ideal candidate will have CIPS Level 4 qualification or equivalent experience.
The Junior Category Manager will support the Category Manager in handling transactional and administrative procurement activities within logistics and operational support categories. This role requires someone with prior experience in procurement at a junior category manager level, with strong analytical and stakeholder management skills.
Main Responsibilities
Assist the Category Manager in identifying procurement opportunities through spend analysis, supplier research, and business feedback.
Take ownership of transactional supplier relationships across various procurement categories, such as logistics services, operational equipment, and infrastructure setup.
Collaborate with internal teams to improve procurement efficiency, sustainability practices, and reduce wastage.
Support end-to-end procurement processes, including supplier research, tender management, and contract negotiations.
Negotiate with suppliers to secure best value contracts with strong risk management provisions aligned with business needs.
Ensure compliance with procurement policies and support stakeholder engagement to enhance procurement effectiveness.
Provide guidance on specification development to ensure clear, market-ready procurement requirements.
Verify and oversee Purchase Order Requisitions (POR) within assigned sub-categories.
Provide administrative support in procurement functions, including covering for the Procurement Administrator when necessary.
Undertake additional duties as assigned by management.
Knowledge & Skills Required
Understanding of key contractual terms and the ability to challenge suppliers when necessary.
Knowledge of Category Management and its strategic role within procurement.
Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, data analysis) to support procurement strategy.
Ability to influence and drive change within procurement processes.
Excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
Experience with P2P systems (preferably Microsoft D365).
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Company Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with health and safety policies.
Complete all mandatory training within the required timeframe.
How to Apply
For more information about this exciting role and if you meet the criteria, please submit your details without delay to info@langleysearch.com quoting MB/1159679.
Langley Search & Selection (langleysearch.com) is the leading specialist recruiter in the procurement, supply chain and purchasing field. We manage permanent and interim procurement and supply chain jobs across the UK, Europe and globally for our clients, from large global multinationals to SMEs