Veolia
Location
Cannock, Staffordshire | United Kingdom
Job description
Salary: Competitive per annum plus a car/car allowance, bonus potential and enhanced pension
Hours: 40 hours per week Location: Hybrid working - Based at Cannock, Kingswood Shared Service Centre When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for people that are just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. Our Procurement team is a key contributor to Ecological Transformation and we are building a team of professionals that can accelerate our purpose. That's why we are seeking 2 x Category Managers to support our indirect categories (IT, Corporate and Professional Services, Operational Supplies). We are focused on Procurement Excellence. We are investing in technology to help us work more efficiently, building external partnerships that help us accelerate our ambitions and investing in our people to ensure that we have the right talent to succeed. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that makes a difference. What we can offer you Car or car allowance Yearly bonus scheme 25 days of annual leave Access to our company pension scheme Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to One paid day of leave every year to volunteer and support your community Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential What you'll be doing: You will be… Responsible for managing a number of Veolia's indirect categories ensuring timely delivery within a fast moving, operational environment, always ensuring that Veolia's Health & Safety, operational, environmental and commercial needs are met. You'll take into account the price, sustainability, quality and delivery and ensure continuity of supply. Collaborating with team members to develop the Procurement function both internally and as a strategic resource, cultivating key stakeholder relationships and acting as a subject matter expert on Procurement and Supply Chain requirements. Working collaboratively, negotiating and engaging with stakeholders and suppliers regarding new projects, supplies and initiatives and advising of impact of change on purchasing and production activities. Responsible for remaining up to date with any changes that may affect the supply and demand of required goods, materials or services and advise relevant stakeholders of any potential impact. Building, maintaining and managing supplier relationships, to ensure that risks are identified and that performance is managed. Negotiating contracts, prices and terms of business with suppliers, reviewing opportunities and delivering value across a range of criteria. Developing ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, add value, aid business performance and development and work towards a strategy of continuous improvement. What are we looking for?Here at Veolia, we're proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer. We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. So no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.
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