Category Manager Manchester £49,000 The Situation Ford and Stanley are currently collaborating with a global company specialising in railway systems. The focus of the company is supplying and maintaining trains, providing technical support, commissioning and testing and operating a manufacturing facility. The Category Manager will take ownership of key categories, drive strategic alignment with international teams, and directly impact business performance and reliability. A vital role that offers the chance to implement creative solutions, and the opportunity to influence processes in a business that values innovation and proactive problem-solving. The Category Manager will be fully responsible for a defined range of categories in the UK market, aligning procurement strategies with the central team in Spain, managing supplier relationships, and supporting local projects. The Opportunity Manage assigned categories (e.g., structure, rubber components, rubber-metal, gearbox, electrical repairs, dumpers, couplers, communication and information equipment). Align category strategies with the central procurement team in Spain. Lead supplier relationship management, including quarterly business reviews, service level agreements, and performance monitoring. Participate in supplier audits and ensure compliance. Collaborate closely with demand planning and project teams to ensure timely delivery of parts and services. Maintain up-to-date reporting on category spend and supplier KPIs. Responsibilities: Compress supplier lead times and ensure reliable, timely delivery of parts. Achieve alignment of UK category strategies with the central procurement team in Spain. Ensure accurate and up-to-date reporting on category spend and supplier KPIs. Essential Criteria CIPS certification (Level 5 preferred) or equivalent. Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management experience. Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills. Ability to influence senior stakeholders and work cross-functionally. Experience in an engineering-related industry is highly desirable. Salary: £49,000 plus wider company benefits About Ford & Stanley Group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership, and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing, and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise - Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services permanent and temporary. Ford & Stanley Recruitment - Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions with specialist verticals within Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, General Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics both permanent and contract. Ford & Stanley Executive Search Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions in the UK, North America, Middle East, and Europe. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance - Performance is always accelerated when good people are coached, inspired, trained and focused in the right way. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Category Manager Manchester £49,000 The Situation Ford and Stanley are currently collaborating with a global company specialising in railway systems. The focus of the company is supplying and maintaining trains, providing technical support, commissioning and testing and operating a manufacturing facility. The Category Manager will take ownership of key categories, drive strategic alignment with international teams, and directly impact business performance and reliability. A vital role that offers the chance to implement creative solutions, and the opportunity to influence processes in a business that values innovation and proactive problem-solving. The Category Manager will be fully responsible for a defined range of categories in the UK market, aligning procurement strategies with the central team in Spain, managing supplier relationships, and supporting local projects. The Opportunity Manage assigned categories (e.g., structure, rubber components, rubber-metal, gearbox, electrical repairs, dumpers, couplers, communication and information equipment). Align category strategies with the central procurement team in Spain. Lead supplier relationship management, including quarterly business reviews, service level agreements, and performance monitoring. Participate in supplier audits and ensure compliance. Collaborate closely with demand planning and project teams to ensure timely delivery of parts and services. Maintain up-to-date reporting on category spend and supplier KPIs. Responsibilities: Compress supplier lead times and ensure reliable, timely delivery of parts. Achieve alignment of UK category strategies with the central procurement team in Spain. Ensure accurate and up-to-date reporting on category spend and supplier KPIs. Essential Criteria CIPS certification (Level 5 preferred) or equivalent. Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management experience. Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills. Ability to influence senior stakeholders and work cross-functionally. Experience in an engineering-related industry is highly desirable. Salary: £49,000 plus wider company benefits About Ford & Stanley Group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership, and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing, and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise - Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services permanent and temporary. Ford & Stanley Recruitment - Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions with specialist verticals within Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, General Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics both permanent and contract. Ford & Stanley Executive Search Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions in the UK, North America, Middle East, and Europe. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance - Performance is always accelerated when good people are coached, inspired, trained and focused in the right way. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy.
Category Lead Manager IT services Start date: 1st September End date: April 26 Remote working Rate: £450 - £500 p/d (inside IR35) Our client is a leading telecommunications business who specialise in projects across the Highways sector. They currently require the services of a Category Lead Manager to join their team and manage categories of spend within their Highways department. Candidates must have experience managing categories of spend within IT services. Key Objectives: Accountable for managing categories of spend classed as Highways and associated spend with a significant total annual spend of circa £20m Responsible to ensure appropriate use of corporate and functional processes and tools Responsible for management of internal and external stakeholders Responsible for the creation and implementation of the designated commercial strategies for Highways Responsible for the creation of strategies for H/M/L value and complex / non-complex categories Responsible for all RFx activities, managing the sourcing process, negotiation and contracting activities for H/M/L value categories and complex / non-complex categories Responsible for the evaluation of suppliers as part of supplier on-boarding process and implementation of i Procurement strategy category code management in line with Category strategy Responsible for negotiation of flow-down terms for complex agreements Responsible for on-going supplier performance and supplier relationship management throughout the contract lifetime, including inputs to risk register and risk mitigation strategies Support input into corporate and functional business continuity and disaster recovery plan Implement legislative and international standards within the supply base. Deliverables include: Responsible for RFx activities for both Bid tenders and Projects including creation and issue of NDA s Production of best-fit contractual agreements with suppliers that fulfil all business requirements, including any flow-down terms Responsible for maintenance of Approved Supplier List (ASL) including supplier onboarding and evaluation Maintenance of category codes & responsible for creation of i Procurement strategy Responsible for identifying classification of supplier and creation of appropriate business review schedule Support with supplier audits and definition of social value contribution Responsible for identification of continuous improvement opportunities Responsible for completion of Telent Project Lifecycle gateway deliverables in a timely manner Experience: Demonstrable experience in category management in a procurement or commercial environment Experienced in people / team management Experience in developing category plans and strategy Excellent negotiation skills and techniques Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to demonstrate exceptional stakeholder management approach and skills Skills/Qualifications: (Attained or working towards) Degree or equivalent in an appropriate discipline Or Professional qualification MCIPS, preferably Chartered status Essential: A track record in driving cost out and driving value up within a Procurement organisation A successful track record of following a strategic sourcing / category management methodology Desirable: Effective prioritisation of workload Successfully managing conflicting approaches and objectives within matrix organisation Experience of Indirect Procurement within a Procurement department, preferably within above categories A background in engineering based and/or IT services would be advantageous For more information, please contact Scarlet Wilson.
Sep 02, 2025
Contractor
Category Lead Manager IT services Start date: 1st September End date: April 26 Remote working Rate: £450 - £500 p/d (inside IR35) Our client is a leading telecommunications business who specialise in projects across the Highways sector. They currently require the services of a Category Lead Manager to join their team and manage categories of spend within their Highways department. Candidates must have experience managing categories of spend within IT services. Key Objectives: Accountable for managing categories of spend classed as Highways and associated spend with a significant total annual spend of circa £20m Responsible to ensure appropriate use of corporate and functional processes and tools Responsible for management of internal and external stakeholders Responsible for the creation and implementation of the designated commercial strategies for Highways Responsible for the creation of strategies for H/M/L value and complex / non-complex categories Responsible for all RFx activities, managing the sourcing process, negotiation and contracting activities for H/M/L value categories and complex / non-complex categories Responsible for the evaluation of suppliers as part of supplier on-boarding process and implementation of i Procurement strategy category code management in line with Category strategy Responsible for negotiation of flow-down terms for complex agreements Responsible for on-going supplier performance and supplier relationship management throughout the contract lifetime, including inputs to risk register and risk mitigation strategies Support input into corporate and functional business continuity and disaster recovery plan Implement legislative and international standards within the supply base. Deliverables include: Responsible for RFx activities for both Bid tenders and Projects including creation and issue of NDA s Production of best-fit contractual agreements with suppliers that fulfil all business requirements, including any flow-down terms Responsible for maintenance of Approved Supplier List (ASL) including supplier onboarding and evaluation Maintenance of category codes & responsible for creation of i Procurement strategy Responsible for identifying classification of supplier and creation of appropriate business review schedule Support with supplier audits and definition of social value contribution Responsible for identification of continuous improvement opportunities Responsible for completion of Telent Project Lifecycle gateway deliverables in a timely manner Experience: Demonstrable experience in category management in a procurement or commercial environment Experienced in people / team management Experience in developing category plans and strategy Excellent negotiation skills and techniques Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to demonstrate exceptional stakeholder management approach and skills Skills/Qualifications: (Attained or working towards) Degree or equivalent in an appropriate discipline Or Professional qualification MCIPS, preferably Chartered status Essential: A track record in driving cost out and driving value up within a Procurement organisation A successful track record of following a strategic sourcing / category management methodology Desirable: Effective prioritisation of workload Successfully managing conflicting approaches and objectives within matrix organisation Experience of Indirect Procurement within a Procurement department, preferably within above categories A background in engineering based and/or IT services would be advantageous For more information, please contact Scarlet Wilson.
Job Description Effectively managing, motivating a team of Buyers, ensuring that they are being developed, have direction, and are provided with meaningful feedback Effectively responsible for the smooth daily running of stock purchasing and management Category managing of a specific raw material/ non-food category including supplier management, price negotiation and accurate forecasting of stock requirements Building and maintaining excellent working relationships with all departmental heads as well as influencing other departments with your current objectives and business goals to achieve maximum output and quality for the DO & CO Leading conversations with heads of departments to ensure consistent and timely flow of communication Ensuring procurement best practice is followed in each category Devising and ensuring the team follow a procurement plan for the year to maximise efficiencies and cost savings Forward, strategic thinking leader, developing a purchasing plan alongside the buyer for each category Devising the best methods of reporting KPIs, issues and solutions to Senior Management and Head Office Maintaining good working relationships with all DO & CO family members as well as our partners, vendors, and other stakeholders Taking responsibility for all your actions, support your team, and celebrate successes as a family Company Description Our production unit takes pride in offering top-tier luxury airline catering that is both elegant and sophisticated. Our team is dedicated to crafting a one-of-a-kind experience that is attractive to even the most discerning passengers. We focus on providing exceptional quality, first-class service, and an exquisite range of menu options that are sure to impress. Qualifications Role model ability, ready to roll up your sleeves and do what is needed to give our partners the best service with a problem-solving mentality Passion for high-end cuisine, love for food and motivation to deliver exceptional service Well presented, professional individual with a can-do, positive attitude that indulges in team success The ability to be a positive change champion for DO & CO, identifying key impact areas, priorities and supporting change programmes and strategies The ability to self-motivate, manage own workload and prioritise challenges appropriately Meticulous attention to detail and precise record keeping skills Build strong relationships with colleagues, mentoring and motivating, creating a team spirit, encouraging them to be at their best Confidence and capability to work closely with other heads of departments, challenge the approach where necessary You are a clear and engaging communicator, strong written and verbal English, and will use a variety of methods to keep the team well informed Flexible in the way you think, making decisions efficiently and handling change to ensure everything we do is right for our partners and the DO & CO family Ability to lead conversations with the partner effectively, demonstrated by experience in sales or an account management type role Have a great understanding and working knowledge of your department and be the expert in delivering practical actions for its improvement by taking a hands-on approach Minimum of 3 years' experience in a purchasing environment, both food and non-food in the food and hospitality industry Experience in using Navision and/ or pricing management systems Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and working experience of producing reports Additional Information We believe that our employees are the driving force behind our success and strive to create a positive and supportive work environment. As a member of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Enjoy perks by referring your friends through our Refer a Friend Scheme Save money and time with On-Site Free Meals Expand your skills and knowledge through our in-house training opportunities. A business where you can have a real impact, we're not afraid of new ideas! Genuine career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally The opportunity to work with and represent one of the most innovative players in the luxury global gourmet entertainment market DO&CO is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Job Description Effectively managing, motivating a team of Buyers, ensuring that they are being developed, have direction, and are provided with meaningful feedback Effectively responsible for the smooth daily running of stock purchasing and management Category managing of a specific raw material/ non-food category including supplier management, price negotiation and accurate forecasting of stock requirements Building and maintaining excellent working relationships with all departmental heads as well as influencing other departments with your current objectives and business goals to achieve maximum output and quality for the DO & CO Leading conversations with heads of departments to ensure consistent and timely flow of communication Ensuring procurement best practice is followed in each category Devising and ensuring the team follow a procurement plan for the year to maximise efficiencies and cost savings Forward, strategic thinking leader, developing a purchasing plan alongside the buyer for each category Devising the best methods of reporting KPIs, issues and solutions to Senior Management and Head Office Maintaining good working relationships with all DO & CO family members as well as our partners, vendors, and other stakeholders Taking responsibility for all your actions, support your team, and celebrate successes as a family Company Description Our production unit takes pride in offering top-tier luxury airline catering that is both elegant and sophisticated. Our team is dedicated to crafting a one-of-a-kind experience that is attractive to even the most discerning passengers. We focus on providing exceptional quality, first-class service, and an exquisite range of menu options that are sure to impress. Qualifications Role model ability, ready to roll up your sleeves and do what is needed to give our partners the best service with a problem-solving mentality Passion for high-end cuisine, love for food and motivation to deliver exceptional service Well presented, professional individual with a can-do, positive attitude that indulges in team success The ability to be a positive change champion for DO & CO, identifying key impact areas, priorities and supporting change programmes and strategies The ability to self-motivate, manage own workload and prioritise challenges appropriately Meticulous attention to detail and precise record keeping skills Build strong relationships with colleagues, mentoring and motivating, creating a team spirit, encouraging them to be at their best Confidence and capability to work closely with other heads of departments, challenge the approach where necessary You are a clear and engaging communicator, strong written and verbal English, and will use a variety of methods to keep the team well informed Flexible in the way you think, making decisions efficiently and handling change to ensure everything we do is right for our partners and the DO & CO family Ability to lead conversations with the partner effectively, demonstrated by experience in sales or an account management type role Have a great understanding and working knowledge of your department and be the expert in delivering practical actions for its improvement by taking a hands-on approach Minimum of 3 years' experience in a purchasing environment, both food and non-food in the food and hospitality industry Experience in using Navision and/ or pricing management systems Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and working experience of producing reports Additional Information We believe that our employees are the driving force behind our success and strive to create a positive and supportive work environment. As a member of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Enjoy perks by referring your friends through our Refer a Friend Scheme Save money and time with On-Site Free Meals Expand your skills and knowledge through our in-house training opportunities. A business where you can have a real impact, we're not afraid of new ideas! Genuine career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally The opportunity to work with and represent one of the most innovative players in the luxury global gourmet entertainment market DO&CO is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
National Account Executive - Ambient Food Surrey (Hybrid) Looking to accelerate your career in food and FMCG? This is your chance to join a fast-growing, employee-owned business that supplies ambient products to some of the UK's biggest names in retail - high-volume, own label, and commercially ambitious. You'll be stepping into a commercially focused role with full responsibility for managing and growing national accounts. Reporting directly to the Sales & Marketing Director, you'll have the freedom to shape strategy, pitch new ideas, and build lasting relationships with buyers. What you'll be doing: Autonomy and responsibility on retail and non-retail accounts Identifying new business opportunities, following these up and securing new lines Building and managing strong relationships with customer contacts across all functions; Sales, Supply Chain, Technical, Product Development, Merchandising Working with the internal Procurement team on new and existing business, constantly assessing the market on buying opportunities for your customers Proactive management of customer stock levels working with the internal Supply Chain team Working with the Category Insight Manager and Marketing Manager on best-in-class customer presentations utilising IRI and internal data Management and reporting of sales and contract balances What we're looking for: Experience managing UK retail accounts in food, fresh produce, or FMCG Must have worked directly with at least one major UK retailer (e.g. Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, Morrisons) Own Label exposure preferred Confident communicator with strong commercial instincts Tenacious, organised, and ready to graft Degree-qualified (2:1 or above) What's on offer: Competitive salary with discretionary and EOT bonus Matched pension contributions up to 5% Private healthcare and life cover 23 days holiday (rising with service) Work-from-home Fridays This is a business where people stay, grow, and thrive - and where your ideas won't just be heard, they'll be actioned. If you're ambitious, hands-on, and ready to build a career with real momentum, we want to hear from you.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
National Account Executive - Ambient Food Surrey (Hybrid) Looking to accelerate your career in food and FMCG? This is your chance to join a fast-growing, employee-owned business that supplies ambient products to some of the UK's biggest names in retail - high-volume, own label, and commercially ambitious. You'll be stepping into a commercially focused role with full responsibility for managing and growing national accounts. Reporting directly to the Sales & Marketing Director, you'll have the freedom to shape strategy, pitch new ideas, and build lasting relationships with buyers. What you'll be doing: Autonomy and responsibility on retail and non-retail accounts Identifying new business opportunities, following these up and securing new lines Building and managing strong relationships with customer contacts across all functions; Sales, Supply Chain, Technical, Product Development, Merchandising Working with the internal Procurement team on new and existing business, constantly assessing the market on buying opportunities for your customers Proactive management of customer stock levels working with the internal Supply Chain team Working with the Category Insight Manager and Marketing Manager on best-in-class customer presentations utilising IRI and internal data Management and reporting of sales and contract balances What we're looking for: Experience managing UK retail accounts in food, fresh produce, or FMCG Must have worked directly with at least one major UK retailer (e.g. Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, Morrisons) Own Label exposure preferred Confident communicator with strong commercial instincts Tenacious, organised, and ready to graft Degree-qualified (2:1 or above) What's on offer: Competitive salary with discretionary and EOT bonus Matched pension contributions up to 5% Private healthcare and life cover 23 days holiday (rising with service) Work-from-home Fridays This is a business where people stay, grow, and thrive - and where your ideas won't just be heard, they'll be actioned. If you're ambitious, hands-on, and ready to build a career with real momentum, we want to hear from you.
Base Location: Perth / Glasgow Salary: £550 max per day Working Pattern: 40 hours per week / Full time Duration: 6 Months Embark on a transformative career journey with SSE energy company, where innovation meets impact in the heart of the IT sector. As a pivotal player in our forward-thinking team, you'll harness cutting-edge technology to drive change and propel the UK towards its ambitious net-zero targets. Your expertise will not only shape the future of energy but also carve a sustainable world for generations to come. Join us and be at the forefront of the green revolution, where every line of code contributes to a cleaner, brighter future. You'll be responsible for setting up Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) within a specified high risk category of suppliers. This will be inline with the IT and Telco SRM process and the IT Transmission governance of suppliers. There will be a requirement to update supplier contracts, ensuring a risk report is created to show progress. You will set up a central repository for all supplier performance reporting in collaboration with IT. You'll work with Category Managers as well as the Business in the development of both standard and complex supplier segmentation and governance. You will ensure the risks are highlighted and a process is put in place to manage the suppliers. You will also support relevant supplier relationship and performance management activities. Working with the wider Procurement and Commercial team, you'll continually drive efficiencies in sourcing and the overall process. Your Skills and Experience You will have a broad knowledge of IT markets, business needs and UK Procurement Legislation (desirable), able to put this into overall context. You'll have a good understanding of relevant statutory and legal provisions, with a strong ability to draft IT contracts with special terms and ensure SSE has the protection it needs in it contracts for the long term. Experience in the use of Procurement related systems, such as Oracle, Jaggaer Bravo! and Achilles Utility Vendor Database or similar systems would be beneficial. Additionally, you will work closely with Stakeholders to understand their requirements, manage expectations and influence people outside your sphere of responsibility. Also, you'll understand the supply chain and how to manage it. A target-focused and result-driven individual, you'll be able to bring about change in an energetic environment. Your self-confidence and independence will enable you to challenge the norm, think creatively, and negotiate well. You'll have excellent communication and numeracy skills, with a highly-developed drafting and writing ability What happens now? After submitting your application for the Strategic Procurement officer role, we understand you're eager to hear back. We value your time and interest, and if your application is successful, you will be contacted directly by the team within 2 working days. We appreciate your patience and look forward to the possibility of welcoming you aboard.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Base Location: Perth / Glasgow Salary: £550 max per day Working Pattern: 40 hours per week / Full time Duration: 6 Months Embark on a transformative career journey with SSE energy company, where innovation meets impact in the heart of the IT sector. As a pivotal player in our forward-thinking team, you'll harness cutting-edge technology to drive change and propel the UK towards its ambitious net-zero targets. Your expertise will not only shape the future of energy but also carve a sustainable world for generations to come. Join us and be at the forefront of the green revolution, where every line of code contributes to a cleaner, brighter future. You'll be responsible for setting up Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) within a specified high risk category of suppliers. This will be inline with the IT and Telco SRM process and the IT Transmission governance of suppliers. There will be a requirement to update supplier contracts, ensuring a risk report is created to show progress. You will set up a central repository for all supplier performance reporting in collaboration with IT. You'll work with Category Managers as well as the Business in the development of both standard and complex supplier segmentation and governance. You will ensure the risks are highlighted and a process is put in place to manage the suppliers. You will also support relevant supplier relationship and performance management activities. Working with the wider Procurement and Commercial team, you'll continually drive efficiencies in sourcing and the overall process. Your Skills and Experience You will have a broad knowledge of IT markets, business needs and UK Procurement Legislation (desirable), able to put this into overall context. You'll have a good understanding of relevant statutory and legal provisions, with a strong ability to draft IT contracts with special terms and ensure SSE has the protection it needs in it contracts for the long term. Experience in the use of Procurement related systems, such as Oracle, Jaggaer Bravo! and Achilles Utility Vendor Database or similar systems would be beneficial. Additionally, you will work closely with Stakeholders to understand their requirements, manage expectations and influence people outside your sphere of responsibility. Also, you'll understand the supply chain and how to manage it. A target-focused and result-driven individual, you'll be able to bring about change in an energetic environment. Your self-confidence and independence will enable you to challenge the norm, think creatively, and negotiate well. You'll have excellent communication and numeracy skills, with a highly-developed drafting and writing ability What happens now? After submitting your application for the Strategic Procurement officer role, we understand you're eager to hear back. We value your time and interest, and if your application is successful, you will be contacted directly by the team within 2 working days. We appreciate your patience and look forward to the possibility of welcoming you aboard.
Supply Chain Manager role based in Cheshire. Working with a well established manufacturing company Client Details Our client is a well established manufacturing company based in Cheshire Description Provide the required leadership, direction and management for the procurement and supply chain team while collaborating with internal stakeholders including Production, Quality, Finance, and the Global Supply Chain/Procurement Team to support the business. Oversee freight management Responsible for all site materials functions, including sourcing, sub-contracting, supplier management, buyer / planner activities, inventory management, and material cost reductions. Responsible for Day-to-day line management and motivation of a team of procurement & supply chain professionals for designated site. Implement and lead the company's Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP) process to optimize the company's resources to meet customer demand and company financial objectives. Responsible for supplier quality to deliver an effective Supplier Measurement and Management Program to include scorecards and where necessary conduct Quarterly Business Reviews. Manage key business stakeholders to source products at the right time, quantity, cost, and quality for designated site. Ensure supply chain performance and working capital metrics are implemented, monitored, and controlled. Daily, Weekly and Monthly Supply Chain Performance reporting - Focus on MPV performance and LOB. Plan and implement logistical strategy for each material category and product. Implement and manage supply chain risk management. Support the central function to create and implement best-in-class, standardised and common processes, and procedures for each of the functions, ensure functional alignment globally and to drive continuous improvement Profile Bachelor's degree Business Administration with a focus on Operations/Supply Chain Management preferred, or other relevant qualification or equivalent experience. Proven purchasing experience in an industrial/manufacturing setting. Experienced in leading teams and reporting into SME and / or matrixed structures. Experience using manufacturing-based ERP systems A good understanding of best in class sourcing, negotiation and purchasing techniques. A good understanding of best practice in the fields of inventory planning and management in an OEM or SME and distribution environment. A good understand of alternate replenishment methods, including Kanban and demand-pull systems. An understanding of best practice in terms of global freight, transportation and logistics. A good understanding of Continuous Improvement / lean principles and practices and how to develop and manage highly effective teams. Good interpersonal, influencing and networking skills. Job Offer 60,000 to 70,000 plus benefits
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Supply Chain Manager role based in Cheshire. Working with a well established manufacturing company Client Details Our client is a well established manufacturing company based in Cheshire Description Provide the required leadership, direction and management for the procurement and supply chain team while collaborating with internal stakeholders including Production, Quality, Finance, and the Global Supply Chain/Procurement Team to support the business. Oversee freight management Responsible for all site materials functions, including sourcing, sub-contracting, supplier management, buyer / planner activities, inventory management, and material cost reductions. Responsible for Day-to-day line management and motivation of a team of procurement & supply chain professionals for designated site. Implement and lead the company's Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP) process to optimize the company's resources to meet customer demand and company financial objectives. Responsible for supplier quality to deliver an effective Supplier Measurement and Management Program to include scorecards and where necessary conduct Quarterly Business Reviews. Manage key business stakeholders to source products at the right time, quantity, cost, and quality for designated site. Ensure supply chain performance and working capital metrics are implemented, monitored, and controlled. Daily, Weekly and Monthly Supply Chain Performance reporting - Focus on MPV performance and LOB. Plan and implement logistical strategy for each material category and product. Implement and manage supply chain risk management. Support the central function to create and implement best-in-class, standardised and common processes, and procedures for each of the functions, ensure functional alignment globally and to drive continuous improvement Profile Bachelor's degree Business Administration with a focus on Operations/Supply Chain Management preferred, or other relevant qualification or equivalent experience. Proven purchasing experience in an industrial/manufacturing setting. Experienced in leading teams and reporting into SME and / or matrixed structures. Experience using manufacturing-based ERP systems A good understanding of best in class sourcing, negotiation and purchasing techniques. A good understanding of best practice in the fields of inventory planning and management in an OEM or SME and distribution environment. A good understand of alternate replenishment methods, including Kanban and demand-pull systems. An understanding of best practice in terms of global freight, transportation and logistics. A good understanding of Continuous Improvement / lean principles and practices and how to develop and manage highly effective teams. Good interpersonal, influencing and networking skills. Job Offer 60,000 to 70,000 plus benefits
Category Manager (Corporate Services) Middlesbrough Competitive salary Jackson Hogg Procurement are delighted to be working on an exclusive basis with a leading business in Middlesbrough on the appointment of a Category Manager - Corporate Services to join their team on a full time and permanent basis. Reporting to the Head of Procurement, this Category Manager will be responsible for responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies across a diverse portfolio of corporate services categories including IT, Facilities Management, Temporary Labour, HR & Marketing, Financial & Legal services, Learning & Development, Travel Management, Office Supplies, Printing, Professional Services and Capital expenditure projects that do not fall under the engineering category. Hours can be flexible between an 08:00-09:00 start, working a 35 hour week with hybrid working on offer! Other benefits include 7% matched pension, flexi time scheme, CIPS funding after probationary period, and 25 days holiday plus bank hols. The Role: Category Strategy Development : Develop and implement sourcing strategies for designated corporate services categories and non-engineering CAPEX categories. Sourcing: Lead the sourcing process for the designated categories including, market research, specification development, developing sourcing documents, bid evaluation, negotiating all commercial terms and conditions aimed at reducing cost, minimising risk and optimising business processes for the procurement of the goods and services within these categories. Supplier Management : Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with key suppliers to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and innovation. Contract Negotiation: Lead negotiations for contracts and agreements with suppliers, ensuring favourable pricing, terms and conditions and specifications, deliverables and performance metrics are clear and can be easily quantified. Contract Development : Work with the legal function to construct the necessary contractual arrangements for contracts to ensure all contractual terms and conditions are approved and corporate risk is minimised. Market Analysis: Conduct market research and analysis to stay informed about industry trends, pricing, and emerging technologies. Stakeholder Collaboration: Encourage and influence internal stakeholders, to ensure key spend categories including capital are directed through the Procurement function. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with the procurement of the corporate services categories, including supply chain disruptions and compliance issues. Performance Monitoring: Monitor supplier performance and implement improvement plans as necessary to ensure service levels and contractual obligations are met. Cost Savings: Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities within designated categories through strategic sourcing and supplier management and ensure all negotiated gains and cost savings are tracked, measured, and delivered. Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on category performance, savings achieved, and market trends to senior management. Supplier Management : Manage the relationship of key category suppliers and mediate issues between stakeholders and suppliers as required. Leadership: Develop and guide the Procurement Specialist through assigning tasks and setting objectives. The Person/Specification: A minimum of 5 years in procurement with progressive experience in procurement, with a significant portion dedicated to corporate services, or indirect procurement, and experience of CAPEX procurement. Experience of the end-to end sourcing processes including requirements gathering, market assessment, supplier identification, competitive sourcing (i.e. RFQ, RFP, ITT or equivalent) exercises and contract award (inc. drafting, negotiation and execution). CIPS qualified (desirable or working toward becoming fully qualified funded by company) Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to achieve favourable outcomes while maintaining positive supplier relationships. Strong communication/collaboration experience Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with an effective approach to prioritising workload and acute attention to detail. Early application is highly recommended for this role. For more information, please contact Gemma Yeadon - Sector Lead Procurement at Jackson Hogg.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Category Manager (Corporate Services) Middlesbrough Competitive salary Jackson Hogg Procurement are delighted to be working on an exclusive basis with a leading business in Middlesbrough on the appointment of a Category Manager - Corporate Services to join their team on a full time and permanent basis. Reporting to the Head of Procurement, this Category Manager will be responsible for responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies across a diverse portfolio of corporate services categories including IT, Facilities Management, Temporary Labour, HR & Marketing, Financial & Legal services, Learning & Development, Travel Management, Office Supplies, Printing, Professional Services and Capital expenditure projects that do not fall under the engineering category. Hours can be flexible between an 08:00-09:00 start, working a 35 hour week with hybrid working on offer! Other benefits include 7% matched pension, flexi time scheme, CIPS funding after probationary period, and 25 days holiday plus bank hols. The Role: Category Strategy Development : Develop and implement sourcing strategies for designated corporate services categories and non-engineering CAPEX categories. Sourcing: Lead the sourcing process for the designated categories including, market research, specification development, developing sourcing documents, bid evaluation, negotiating all commercial terms and conditions aimed at reducing cost, minimising risk and optimising business processes for the procurement of the goods and services within these categories. Supplier Management : Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with key suppliers to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and innovation. Contract Negotiation: Lead negotiations for contracts and agreements with suppliers, ensuring favourable pricing, terms and conditions and specifications, deliverables and performance metrics are clear and can be easily quantified. Contract Development : Work with the legal function to construct the necessary contractual arrangements for contracts to ensure all contractual terms and conditions are approved and corporate risk is minimised. Market Analysis: Conduct market research and analysis to stay informed about industry trends, pricing, and emerging technologies. Stakeholder Collaboration: Encourage and influence internal stakeholders, to ensure key spend categories including capital are directed through the Procurement function. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with the procurement of the corporate services categories, including supply chain disruptions and compliance issues. Performance Monitoring: Monitor supplier performance and implement improvement plans as necessary to ensure service levels and contractual obligations are met. Cost Savings: Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities within designated categories through strategic sourcing and supplier management and ensure all negotiated gains and cost savings are tracked, measured, and delivered. Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on category performance, savings achieved, and market trends to senior management. Supplier Management : Manage the relationship of key category suppliers and mediate issues between stakeholders and suppliers as required. Leadership: Develop and guide the Procurement Specialist through assigning tasks and setting objectives. The Person/Specification: A minimum of 5 years in procurement with progressive experience in procurement, with a significant portion dedicated to corporate services, or indirect procurement, and experience of CAPEX procurement. Experience of the end-to end sourcing processes including requirements gathering, market assessment, supplier identification, competitive sourcing (i.e. RFQ, RFP, ITT or equivalent) exercises and contract award (inc. drafting, negotiation and execution). CIPS qualified (desirable or working toward becoming fully qualified funded by company) Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to achieve favourable outcomes while maintaining positive supplier relationships. Strong communication/collaboration experience Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with an effective approach to prioritising workload and acute attention to detail. Early application is highly recommended for this role. For more information, please contact Gemma Yeadon - Sector Lead Procurement at Jackson Hogg.
Are you eager to advance your career in procurement and make a real impact? A leading company in the Facilities Management sector is seeking a Hard FM Category Manager in Greater London. This role is essential in aligning procurement strategies with business objectives while ensuring top-notch supplier performance and compliance. The Role As the Category Manager, you ll: • Ensure supplier performance management for Hard FM services is executed effectively. • Serve as the primary procurement contact and expert for your assigned area, gaining recognition as a seasoned professional. • Lead the management and implementation of Hard FM supply contracts to optimize service delivery. • Uphold full contractual and legal compliance, ensuring suppliers adhere strictly to contractual conditions and legal standards. You To be successful in the role of Category Manager, you ll bring: • 3-5 years of experience in supplier relationship and contract management within the FM sector. • Background in an FM/services environment with strong personal credibility. • In-depth knowledge of commercial and operational requirements, presenting with authority. • Proven ability in developing and executing strategies that enhance compliance and performance. What's in it for you? This role offers you the chance to work in a thriving environment, where your contributions will directly impact the organisation s success. Expect robust support for your professional growth and an inclusive workplace culture. This is a fantastic opportunity with excellent benefits, including: • A pension plan with a leading provider. • Comprehensive training and career development support. • 25 days of annual holiday. • Flexible benefits, including discounts at major retailers and health schemes. • Hybrid working with occasional travel Apply Now! To apply for the position of Category Manager, click Apply Now and send your CV to Suleiman Mushtaq. Interviews are taking place now and don t miss your chance to join this dynamic team.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Are you eager to advance your career in procurement and make a real impact? A leading company in the Facilities Management sector is seeking a Hard FM Category Manager in Greater London. This role is essential in aligning procurement strategies with business objectives while ensuring top-notch supplier performance and compliance. The Role As the Category Manager, you ll: • Ensure supplier performance management for Hard FM services is executed effectively. • Serve as the primary procurement contact and expert for your assigned area, gaining recognition as a seasoned professional. • Lead the management and implementation of Hard FM supply contracts to optimize service delivery. • Uphold full contractual and legal compliance, ensuring suppliers adhere strictly to contractual conditions and legal standards. You To be successful in the role of Category Manager, you ll bring: • 3-5 years of experience in supplier relationship and contract management within the FM sector. • Background in an FM/services environment with strong personal credibility. • In-depth knowledge of commercial and operational requirements, presenting with authority. • Proven ability in developing and executing strategies that enhance compliance and performance. What's in it for you? This role offers you the chance to work in a thriving environment, where your contributions will directly impact the organisation s success. Expect robust support for your professional growth and an inclusive workplace culture. This is a fantastic opportunity with excellent benefits, including: • A pension plan with a leading provider. • Comprehensive training and career development support. • 25 days of annual holiday. • Flexible benefits, including discounts at major retailers and health schemes. • Hybrid working with occasional travel Apply Now! To apply for the position of Category Manager, click Apply Now and send your CV to Suleiman Mushtaq. Interviews are taking place now and don t miss your chance to join this dynamic team.
Our client is a highly innovative award-winning supplier of Fresh Produce direct to consumers across the UK via. home-delivery. Due to continued success, a superb opportunity has emerged to join them as Category Manager . This is a vital role which will require a significant contribution to successfully deliver their buying plan for their fruit-based product range. You will seek opportunities to improve leverage and achieve competitive advantage for the business. The successful applicant will be part of the Commercial team reporting to the Head of Procurement. The Opportunity • To effectively manage and build relations with key internal and external stakeholders • To specify products and negotiate costs that delivers the maximum saving without compromising quality or service to customers. • To understand and meet customers product needs • To achieve agreed cost reduction, quality improvement and service enhancement targets • To identify further products and services that will deliver cost savings when procured centrally. The Qualities we want to see • Experience within Fresh Produce categories, ideally Fruit, however broader experience may be considered • Good knowledge of the DTC UK food sector • Analytical skills with clear focus on end results • Excellent communication and negotiation skills • Personal integrity If you ve read this advert intently and feel you have the appropriate skill set and mind set to be a success in a role such as this, please don t delay; get in contact with Redfox immediately! Location : Home-based, but regular travel to either their head office in London or their Service Provider in Birmingham If this sounds of interest and would like to know a little more, please contact Ian Reed at Redfox or apply via. this website. 5871IR
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Our client is a highly innovative award-winning supplier of Fresh Produce direct to consumers across the UK via. home-delivery. Due to continued success, a superb opportunity has emerged to join them as Category Manager . This is a vital role which will require a significant contribution to successfully deliver their buying plan for their fruit-based product range. You will seek opportunities to improve leverage and achieve competitive advantage for the business. The successful applicant will be part of the Commercial team reporting to the Head of Procurement. The Opportunity • To effectively manage and build relations with key internal and external stakeholders • To specify products and negotiate costs that delivers the maximum saving without compromising quality or service to customers. • To understand and meet customers product needs • To achieve agreed cost reduction, quality improvement and service enhancement targets • To identify further products and services that will deliver cost savings when procured centrally. The Qualities we want to see • Experience within Fresh Produce categories, ideally Fruit, however broader experience may be considered • Good knowledge of the DTC UK food sector • Analytical skills with clear focus on end results • Excellent communication and negotiation skills • Personal integrity If you ve read this advert intently and feel you have the appropriate skill set and mind set to be a success in a role such as this, please don t delay; get in contact with Redfox immediately! Location : Home-based, but regular travel to either their head office in London or their Service Provider in Birmingham If this sounds of interest and would like to know a little more, please contact Ian Reed at Redfox or apply via. this website. 5871IR
Grade: 2 Salary: £49,872 Hours: 37.5 Position type: Full time, permanent, 37.5 hours per week (flexible working considered) Responsible to: Head of Supply Chain Direct reports: Senior Buyer (x2), Junior Buyer (x1) Location: Truro, Cornwall (Hybrid working, mix of office and home working) or remote UK only (Travel to Truro 2x year) ROLE PURPOSE: This dynamic role presents a unique opportunity to build upon the procurement progress achieved so far and to help establish robust procurement foundations across the organisation, following the implementation of a new ERP system. Some key projects for this role over the next 12 months will be: Contribute to the development, testing, training, and successful deployment of the new ERP Procurement App. Lead the ongoing implementation of the Procurement Policy, collaborating with the Internal Auditor to strengthen compliance across the Supply Chain Team and the wider organisation. Support the Indirect Spend strategy and lead the development of a new five-year strategic plan to guide future category management. Design, implement, and monitor Procurement KPIs to drive performance and continuous improvement. Ensure GDPR compliance is maintained across all Supply Chain activities and processes. The primary purpose of this role is to lead the Procurement Team, champion strategic procurement initiatives, and ensure compliance with organisational policies. The Procurement Manager is responsible for driving intelligent procurement decisions, delivering the procurement strategy, and upholding the highest standards of ethical and sustainable purchasing. This role is focused on achieving optimal value for money across all indirect spend activities. As the leader of the Procurement Team, the Procurement Manager also provides mentoring and support to team members, fostering their professional growth and development. WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR? The role is incredibly varied and reflects the activities of ShelterBox across all indirect buying categories. The successful Procurement Manager will be strategic, decisive and collaborative with an eye for opportunity and influence. They will be a supportive and visible leader within ShelterBox, whilst mentoring the Procurement Team to deliver excellent results and reach personal goals. You will need to be outcome-focused, have previous experience gained in creating framework agreement / supplier lists, leading end-to-end procurement processes, previous leadership experience and competent with driving value. A strong understanding on how to constructively engage with stakeholders is vital in creating long-term foundations with the senior leadership and suppliers. Some travel within the UK may be required. DAY TO DAY THIS ROLE WILL LOOK LIKE: Ensuring Value for Money by maximising value from business cases and sourcing activities by reducing costs, enhancing quality, managing risk, and increasing return on investment (ROI). Champion procurement best practices, driving positive change through effective processes and governance. Mentor and support the Procurement Team, fostering professional growth and capability development. Manage team workloads and prioritise assignments to ensure efficient delivery of objectives. Oversee contract and supplier management, ensuring strong relationships and performance. Engage and manage stakeholders across the organisation to align procurement with business needs. Lead and support contract negotiations and manage spend to secure optimal terms and value. Design and implement sourcing strategies across key categories including IT, HR, Fundraising, and Communications. Collaborate with internal teams to define, establish, and manage supplier lists, framework agreements, and standard contractual terms. Ensure ongoing compliance with the Procurement Policy, working closely with the Supply Chain Team and Internal Auditor. Drive continuous improvement in procurement policies and processes through proactive stakeholder engagement. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO: Responsible for all indirect procurement activities across the organisation; Senior decision maker for indirect procurement activity, working closely with the Head of Supply Chain; Subject Matter Expert for indirect and direct procurement, acting in a consultative capacity across the organisation as required; Manage, coach and develop the Procurement Team to meet personal and organisational objectives, deliver best results and support the team's wellbeing; Lead the creation, adherence and implementation of best practice procurement processes and procedures to support continuous improvement and optimisation including policies; Lead, build and implement Indirect Procurement Strategy 2025+; Responsible for identifying and managing relevant procurement risks within the organisation, working closely with the senior colleagues; Review and revise Procurement Policy/ies and Manual; Regularly review and maintain appropriate procurement processes for the different buying categories ensuring compliance with ShelterBox's processes; Lead negotiation of rates and contracts with suppliers across the organisation; Report on cost savings and avoidance, and risk management; Lead on indirect supplier contract management across the organisations; Responsible for identifying procurement improvement priorities by analysing forecast spend, supply markets and specification options; Lead procurement projects such as procedure implementation, sustainability and software introduction; Procurement training, upskilling and development across the organisation; Work with different departments in the organisation to ensure compliance with the Procurement Policy/ies, reporting on non-compliance; Drive ethical and sustainable procurement practice across all buying activity; Provide support to organisational projects as required; Ensure procurement administration is kept up to date and appropriate; Maintain confidentiality for all internal matters, and commercial confidentiality for matters pertaining to suppliers; Represent ShelterBox as required; Other responsibilities Any other duties as required which are deemed appropriate to the level and grade of the post.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Grade: 2 Salary: £49,872 Hours: 37.5 Position type: Full time, permanent, 37.5 hours per week (flexible working considered) Responsible to: Head of Supply Chain Direct reports: Senior Buyer (x2), Junior Buyer (x1) Location: Truro, Cornwall (Hybrid working, mix of office and home working) or remote UK only (Travel to Truro 2x year) ROLE PURPOSE: This dynamic role presents a unique opportunity to build upon the procurement progress achieved so far and to help establish robust procurement foundations across the organisation, following the implementation of a new ERP system. Some key projects for this role over the next 12 months will be: Contribute to the development, testing, training, and successful deployment of the new ERP Procurement App. Lead the ongoing implementation of the Procurement Policy, collaborating with the Internal Auditor to strengthen compliance across the Supply Chain Team and the wider organisation. Support the Indirect Spend strategy and lead the development of a new five-year strategic plan to guide future category management. Design, implement, and monitor Procurement KPIs to drive performance and continuous improvement. Ensure GDPR compliance is maintained across all Supply Chain activities and processes. The primary purpose of this role is to lead the Procurement Team, champion strategic procurement initiatives, and ensure compliance with organisational policies. The Procurement Manager is responsible for driving intelligent procurement decisions, delivering the procurement strategy, and upholding the highest standards of ethical and sustainable purchasing. This role is focused on achieving optimal value for money across all indirect spend activities. As the leader of the Procurement Team, the Procurement Manager also provides mentoring and support to team members, fostering their professional growth and development. WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR? The role is incredibly varied and reflects the activities of ShelterBox across all indirect buying categories. The successful Procurement Manager will be strategic, decisive and collaborative with an eye for opportunity and influence. They will be a supportive and visible leader within ShelterBox, whilst mentoring the Procurement Team to deliver excellent results and reach personal goals. You will need to be outcome-focused, have previous experience gained in creating framework agreement / supplier lists, leading end-to-end procurement processes, previous leadership experience and competent with driving value. A strong understanding on how to constructively engage with stakeholders is vital in creating long-term foundations with the senior leadership and suppliers. Some travel within the UK may be required. DAY TO DAY THIS ROLE WILL LOOK LIKE: Ensuring Value for Money by maximising value from business cases and sourcing activities by reducing costs, enhancing quality, managing risk, and increasing return on investment (ROI). Champion procurement best practices, driving positive change through effective processes and governance. Mentor and support the Procurement Team, fostering professional growth and capability development. Manage team workloads and prioritise assignments to ensure efficient delivery of objectives. Oversee contract and supplier management, ensuring strong relationships and performance. Engage and manage stakeholders across the organisation to align procurement with business needs. Lead and support contract negotiations and manage spend to secure optimal terms and value. Design and implement sourcing strategies across key categories including IT, HR, Fundraising, and Communications. Collaborate with internal teams to define, establish, and manage supplier lists, framework agreements, and standard contractual terms. Ensure ongoing compliance with the Procurement Policy, working closely with the Supply Chain Team and Internal Auditor. Drive continuous improvement in procurement policies and processes through proactive stakeholder engagement. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO: Responsible for all indirect procurement activities across the organisation; Senior decision maker for indirect procurement activity, working closely with the Head of Supply Chain; Subject Matter Expert for indirect and direct procurement, acting in a consultative capacity across the organisation as required; Manage, coach and develop the Procurement Team to meet personal and organisational objectives, deliver best results and support the team's wellbeing; Lead the creation, adherence and implementation of best practice procurement processes and procedures to support continuous improvement and optimisation including policies; Lead, build and implement Indirect Procurement Strategy 2025+; Responsible for identifying and managing relevant procurement risks within the organisation, working closely with the senior colleagues; Review and revise Procurement Policy/ies and Manual; Regularly review and maintain appropriate procurement processes for the different buying categories ensuring compliance with ShelterBox's processes; Lead negotiation of rates and contracts with suppliers across the organisation; Report on cost savings and avoidance, and risk management; Lead on indirect supplier contract management across the organisations; Responsible for identifying procurement improvement priorities by analysing forecast spend, supply markets and specification options; Lead procurement projects such as procedure implementation, sustainability and software introduction; Procurement training, upskilling and development across the organisation; Work with different departments in the organisation to ensure compliance with the Procurement Policy/ies, reporting on non-compliance; Drive ethical and sustainable procurement practice across all buying activity; Provide support to organisational projects as required; Ensure procurement administration is kept up to date and appropriate; Maintain confidentiality for all internal matters, and commercial confidentiality for matters pertaining to suppliers; Represent ShelterBox as required; Other responsibilities Any other duties as required which are deemed appropriate to the level and grade of the post.
