Category Manager - Kings Lynn - E5655

Salary:

competitive + car allowance

Location -

UK (travel up to 20%)

Purpose

This pivotal role plays a crucial part in driving the success of our organisation. It involves crafting and executing strategic procurement solutions to empower project delivery teams and advance the business. You will oversee a portfolio of commodities and categories aligned with our company's goals.

What We Do

Algeco UK is a leader in modular accommodation, providing buildings for hire, sale, and rent, including off-site permanent structures for various durations and uses.

Your Responsibilities Lead Commodity Management and Strategy

• Manage diverse commodities and categories.
• Develop and implement strategic plans aligned with company objectives to drive growth and profitability.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and opportunities.
• Negotiate contracts, KPIs, and SLAs with suppliers.
• Promote best practices across the strategy lifecycle.

Innovate and Enhance Procurement

• Create tools and processes for strategy development.
• Build a proactive knowledge base within the team.
• Collaborate on resolving issues during strategy implementation.
• Ensure alignment with Supply Chain goals and procedures.
• Support projects for commodity development and procurement growth.

Strengthen Collaborative Relationships

• Develop value-added relationships with Material Management, departments, and suppliers.
• Assist sites in supply chain issue resolution.
• Drive improvements in externally purchased materials and services.
• Maintain accurate procurement data in Business Central.

What We Need From You

Experience:

• Procurement and supply chain proficiency with proven track record.
• Experience in developing effective supply chain solutions.
• Capex procurement experience is advantageous.
• Background in construction, manufacturing, or engineering preferred.
• Degree in business or technical field, specializing in procurement/supply chain management is desirable.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach.
• Team player capable of working seamlessly within a team.
• Initiative and ability to work independently.
• Effective negotiator across levels and cultures.
• Natural coach and motivator, inspiring others.
• Change agent with the courage to lead initiatives.
• Adherence to professional ethics.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, even if all criteria are not met, emphasizing potential and ability to fulfill the role. We are dedicated to a fair recruitment process and a respectful, diverse workplace.