Description
Category Manager - EFM - Estates, Facilities and Maintenance
The Role
To develop and lead a defined portfolio of sourcing categories and deliver specified savings to the company. The successful individual will specialise in estates, facilities and Maintenance
The candidate
- To lead and manage the procurement process within key category areas.
- To be the procurement lead on particular areas of expertise, eg estates and facilities.
- To explore the benefits and risks of different types of procurement methods and recommend and implement appropriate solutions.
- Analyse supply market players, supply market conditions and relevant cost drivers, in order to reduce cost and ensure value for money.
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies for the various spend categories.
- Lead, motivate and develop the Buyer and Data Systems Analyst team members, including identification of training needs & personal development such that staff are able to work autonomously. Create a high performing motivated team through a culture of training, coaching, mentoring and continuous improvement.
- Promote the use of the University's contract and tender software, Intend to both internal and external stakeholders.
- Prepare tender documentation on Intend, and go out to market to ensure value for money and compliance in each tender and contract.
The Company
A leading higher education organisation with a reputation for excellence.
If you would like to be considered for this role, please forward an updated CV at your earliest convenience.