Category Manager - Kings Lynn - E5655

Salary: competitive + car allowance
Location - UK (travel up to 20%)

This pivotal role plays a crucial part in driving the success of our organisation. It's all about crafting and executing strategic procurement solutions that not only empower major project delivery teams but also propel the entire business towards greater heights. As part of this role, you will be responsible for nurturing and overseeing a portfolio of commodities and categories, all dedicated to championing our company's overarching goals and aspirations.

Algeco UK is the leader in modular accommodation not only in the UK but around the world.  We provide more buildings for hire than anyone else, including modular buildings for sale and rent, and off-site permanent buildings for sale for temporary, semi-permanent and permanent use.

Lead Commodity Management and Strategy

• Manage a diverse range of commodities and categories.
• Develop and execute strategic plans that align with the company's overall objectives, driving growth and profitability.
• Identify and address supply chain risks and opportunities within commodity strategies.
• Negotiate supplier contracts, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Champion best practices throughout the strategy lifecycle.

Innovate and Enhance Procurement

• Create specialised tools and processes for effective strategy development.
• Foster a responsive and proactive knowledge base within a cross-functional commodity team.
• Collaborate on problem resolution during strategy implementation and maintenance.
• Ensure alignment of commodity activities with Supply Chain goals and adherence to procedures.
• Contribute to projects supporting commodity development and Procurement function growth.

Strengthen Collaborative Relationships

• Cultivate value-added relationships with the Material Management team, cross-functional departments, and suppliers.
• Assist sites in resolving supply chain-related issues.
• Drive positive change in externally purchased materials and services.
• Maintain accurate and professional management of Procurement data in Business Central.
• These revisions reduce the number of bullet points while maintaining clarity and engagement.

Experience:
Procurement and Supply Chain Proficiency: Demonstrated experience in procurement and supply chain roles.
Supply Chain Solutions: Proven knowledge and track record in developing and implementing effective supply chain solutions.
Capex Procurement Advantageous: Experience in Capex procurement is a valuable asset.
Industry Experience: Preferably, background experience in construction, manufacturing, or engineering environments.
Educational Background: A degree in business or a technical field, with a specialisation in procurement and supply chain management, is highly desirable.
 
Skills:
Strong Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
Self-Motivated: A self-driven individual with a proactive attitude.
Team Player: Essential ability to work seamlessly as part of a team.
Initiative: Capability to take initiative and work independently.
Effective Negotiator: Confidence in negotiating at all levels and across diverse cultures.
Coach and Motivator: Natural inclination to act as a coach and motivator to inspire others.
Change Agent: Courage to drive and lead change initiatives.
Professional Ethics: Adherence to a professional and ethical approach in all endeavours.

Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is more than a wish list. We actively encourage a culture where everyone feels at home. Algeco is a place that brings together the very best people and their unique skills, experiences, abilities.
Research demonstrates that women and underrepresented groups tend not to apply for a job unless they meet all of the criteria. However, we encourage applications from anybody who can demonstrate their ability to fulfil the job even if they don’t meet every requirement. We're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and like they belong, regardless of their background or identity and are therefore committed to providing a fair and inclusive recruitment process and will consider all applications on their merits.