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Category Manager managing strategic development of product range in large appliances. Leading team and fostering supplier relationships to ensure competitive offerings.
About the role
- Category Manager leading procurement strategies at Bupa, focusing on cost-effective sourcing and supplier management in the UK healthcare sector.
Responsibilities
- Be accountable for their specific category, with responsibility for total UK expenditure in their area to ensure products and services are sourced competitively and cost effectively in order to meet and enhance the businesses’ requirements.
- By identifying and delivering multiple cost saving initiatives in order to achieve individual and Department targets
- Lead on supplier selection/qualification and manage relationships with key suppliers using contemporary supplier relationship management techniques
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive category plan which has a clear savings/opportunity pipeline.
- Establish category prioritises based on benefits and opportunities and business requirements
- Understand the strategic intent of the Bupa UK (and other Market Units as required) and the Business Units within it to ensure that Category plans and implementation are aligned with organisational goals
- Lead contract negotiations on behalf of the organisation and develop negotiation plans
- By acting as the Procurement lead for Category Board identified projects, attending board meetings as required
- Bringing innovation to the team and to the organisation and maximises total cost of ownership savings through continuous improvement initiatives
Requirements
- MCIPS or equivalent professional qualification (please specify this on your application)
- 5 years procurement or Category management experience and expertise in a related industry is essential
- Proven ability and experience of delivering savings through driving strategic category planning
- Experience with full contract end to end life cycle
- Experienced negotiator who is proficient at drawing upon and developing fact based negotiation plans and operating at a senior level
- Industry and marketplace experience relevant to this role including knowledge of relevant industry legislation
- Contract and supplier relationship management expertise
- Comprehensive experience of working closely with interval stakeholders to ensure a successful commercial outcome
- Proficient at drafting contracts and familiar with contract law
- Excellent communication skills and is able to present in competent manner
Benefits
- 25 days holiday, increasing through length of service, with option to buy or sell
- Bupa health insurance as a benefit in kind
- An enhanced pension plan and life insurance
- Onsite gyms or local discounts where no onsite gym available
- Various other benefits and online discounts
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