Category Manager

Overview

Strategic procurement leader managing logistics & waste category for Veolia.

Key Responsibilities

• contract negotiation
• supplier management
• spend analysis
• risk assessment
• performance reporting
• category strategy

Tasks

-Collaborate with legal, compliance, and sustainability teams to ensure comprehensive category management -Conduct regular performance reviews and provide feedback to suppliers -Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to achieve favourable outcomes -Support the Head of Category Management in engaging with Group Procurement on relevant Group Categories -Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure optimal performance and value -Conduct sustainability risk assessments and propose mitigation strategies -Collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to deliver category objectives -Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers to ensure optimal performance and value -Manage and develop Category Specialists, providing guidance and support -Continuously enhance negotiation and analytical skills to drive better outcomes -Implement innovative solutions to drive cost savings, improve quality, and enhance supplier performance -Interface with Group Procurement to ensure local category strategies are consistent with global directives -Work closely with finance to analyse spend data and identify cost-saving opportunities -Measure and report on category performance using relevant KPIs and metrics -Delegate tasks appropriately to team members, ensuring their growth and development -Identify and mitigate category-specific risks to ensure business continuity and compliance -Manage supplier risks and implement mitigation strategies as needed -Engage with business units and Procurement Business Partners to understand specific needs and requirements -Engage with cross-functional teams to align category strategies with overall business goals -Develop category-specific action plans that address sustainability goals -Liaise effectively with Procurement Business Partners to align category strategies with business unit needs -Collaborate on demand forecasting, planning, and budgeting to ensure optimal service levels -Collaborate with other Category Managers and Procurement Business Partners to share best practices and align strategies -Identify opportunities for implementing circular economy principles within assigned categories -Collaborate with suppliers on innovation and continuous improvement initiatives -Negotiate contracts and terms to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes

Requirements

• mcips
• mba
• esg
• strategic procurement
• project management
• data analysis

What You Bring

-Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field or CIPS qualified (MCIPS) or working towards -Experience in managing specific spend categories -Chartered CIPS Status, MBA -Advanced expertise in category-specific knowledge, supplier relationship management, and negotiation skills -Innovative problem solver. -Proficient understanding of sustainability and ESG knowledge -Experience within a similar role -Ability to work well under pressure -Excellent verbal and written communication skills -Proficient skills in strategic procurement, contract management, business acumen, relationship management, effective communication, time management, informed decision making, continuous improvement, project management, IT proficiency, risk management, and data analysis

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Benefits

-Access to our company pension scheme -24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household -25 days holiday plus bank holidays, plus option to buy upto 5 days -Onsite Gym -Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential -One paid day's leave every year to volunteer and support your community -Supportive team player and inclusive collaborator -Discounts on everything from groceries to well-known retailers -Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to

About Veolia

-Born as a water services pioneer in 1853, evolved into a global environmental leader. -A major merger with Suez in 2021 solidified its global presence and service capabilities.

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