International Category Manager

Description

The role is for a Supply Chain Category Manager within a UK team of 43. You will have a strategic impact on significant areas of spend within purchasing of Goods and Services and be instrumental in leading on the delivery of procurement initiatives and value delivery.

• Support development and implementation of category sourcing strategy.
• Drive 'total cost of ownership' optimization and contribute to product/service rationalization.
• Act as constructive challenging partner to the business and capture stakeholders’ demands and requirements.
• Guide and support stakeholders as escalation point with contract or supplier related issues.
• Manage and interface with the supplier market in terms of opening new and competitive supply channels, development and standardization of suppliers.
• Develop category expertise in collaboration with technical experts.
• Manage supply risk and take appropriate corrective actions.
• Contribute to identifying and achieving targeted savings.
• Manage the operational sourcing process - demand/market analysis, RFI, RFPs, negotiations, contracting and supplier implementation in close collaboration with key stakeholders.

Requirements

If you are passionate about procurement, possess strong analytical skills, and thrive in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you! Join E.ON and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Are you ready to make a strategic impact on significant areas of spend within purchasing of Goods and Services? E.ON is looking for a talented individual to lead procurement initiatives and drive value delivery in this exciting role.

• Legal knowledge of supply contracts and the ability to negotiate and agree terms & conditions.
• Previous strong experience working in a sourcing, buying, commercial or contract management role.
• Experience within Digital Technology (DT Infrastructure, Software, Managed Applications, Consulting).
• An understanding of SAP, or equivalent ERP system.
• A collaborative team player with good influencing skills.
• Sound commercial acumen, good analytical skills and strong attention to detail.
• An understanding of purchasing and supply chain issues and category management practices.

Benefits

Salary - £51,620 - £65,907 alongside excellent employee benefits and career progression

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance