Location
Maidenhead, Berkshire | United Kingdom
Job description
Purpose of Role:
The Senior Category Manager - CAPEX is a pivotal role designed to lead all facets of capital investment projects across UK Business Lines. The position encompasses tendering, negotiating, and contracting, a well-rounded approach to investment project management, and delivering outstanding service levels in purchasing agreements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Execute strategic sourcing and develop negotiation strategies in line with company policies, ensuring all stakeholders are engaged and informed.
- Develop effective sourcing strategies, selection criteria, and manage approved supplier relationships for optimal cost, service, and quality.
- Lead CAPEX project tender processes, from evaluation to legal contract development, particularly for major assets and plant machinery.
- Foster collaborative relationships with internal teams, legal departments, and the Global Sourcing team to develop contracts and achieve procurement objectives.
- Ensure operational continuity by managing purchasing contracts and liaising with business units to drive value.
- Monitor supplier performance against Service Level Agreements and provide actionable vendor performance feedback.
- Drive continuous development and improvement, staying updated on market trends and introducing innovative methods for effective procurement.
Requirements:
- Procurement or Commercial experience within a multi-unit business environment, particularly with capital investment projects.
- Demonstrable track record of developing and negotiating national/regional contracts, with knowledge of relevant legal frameworks.
- Strong analytical and financial acumen including Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) model comprehension.
- Proficient in relevant software such as SAP R/3 and e-procurement tools.
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel and keen interest in IT advancement such as automation, emerging procurement solutions and Generative AI technologies.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of influencing and persuasively engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
Education:
- Necessary: Bachelor's degree or equivalent; Graduate Diploma in Supply Chain Management, MCIPS certification.
- Desired: Master's degree (MsC or MBA), Industry professional qualifications.
Competencies:
- Preferably knowledge of cement, aggregates, RMC, and asphalt business.
- High commitment to customer/supplier relationship management, efficiency, and results.
- Competent in fostering a collaborative environment.
- Agile, decisive, and adaptable, with strong negotiation and communication skills and a drive for continuous learning and innovation.
- Commitment to sustainable management practices, safety, environmental protection, and compliance with laws and regulations.
What's on Offer:
Salary: Competitive Salary plus performance bonus
Bupa
27 days holiday plus bank holidays
Location: Maidenhead or Chipping Sodbury - Hybride
Hours: 40
Employer of choice: Armed Forces Covenant (Silver) / Disability Confident Committed / 5% Club (Gold) / Mates in Mind / Clear Assured (Foundation) / The Mineral Products and Qualification Council (MPQC) / STEM Ambassador
Compensation Package: Bonus incentives / Generous Pension Schemes up to 15% / Life Assurance
Work Life Balance: 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) / Agile working / Flexible working / Holiday purchase / Sabbatical
Family Friendly: Enhanced policies such as Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave / Neonatal / Adoption
Social Values: paid Volunteering Day every year / Communities (LGBTQ+, Network of Woman, Woman in Science and Engineering (STEM), Armed Forces)
Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) / Mental Health First Aiders / Cycle to Work / Employee Benefits portal including Gym discount / Free eye tests / Discounted Private Medical cover
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