procurement category manager.

Your role

As the Procurement Category Manager, you'll oversee the end-to-end procurement cycle, from supplier sourcing to contract management, ensuring high standards of quality, cost-effectiveness, and supplier relationships. You'll also contribute to the broader strategy by aligning with global purchasing plans and supporting internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute commercial strategies, negotiate supplier contracts, and oversee the purchasing process.
• Develop category strategies, lead sourcing initiatives, negotiate supplier contracts, and manage contracts through their lifecycle.
• Foster strong relationships across various business units, supporting internal stakeholders in the procurement process.
• Ensure compliance with global and local procurement processes and conduct audits to implement corrective actions.
• Train and support local staff in procurement processes, contributing to team growth and efficiency.

About You

• Degree in Business or relevant field, or equivalent experience.A passion for streamlining processes, implementing data-driven improvements, and optimising procurement functions.
• Proven experience in procurement, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and category management, ideally within the heavy truck and bus industry.
• High-level analytical and negotiation skills.
• Effective people management skills, with the ability to guide and support internal customers.
• Ability to analyze and synthesize information to make sound decisions.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.