Description
We’re transforming the way procurement works at Asda. You'll be at the heart of decision-making and the forefront of our transformation journey. Our growing team manages over £2.5 billion of indirect/goods not for resale spend, and is on a journey to become a best-in-class function.
As a Procurement Category Manager, you will lead the development and implementation of category strategies, providing thought and commercial leadership to cross-functional colleagues and collaborating effectively in a complex environment.
The Logistics category team needs to provide credible commercial guidance in often complex scenarios for categories that directly impact operational capability. You will be exceptionally commercially astute with strong communication and negotiation skills.
The Logistics categories include haulage and transport, final mile delivery solutions, third-party warehouse and fulfilment, automation installation and maintenance, other warehouse equipment, international transport and freight management, and fleet assets and maintenance.
Responsibilities
- Develop category strategies to build and maintain a pipeline of delivery opportunities.
- Influence and collaborate with stakeholders to drive forward category initiatives.
- Lead on major business investments and executive priorities within the Logistics function.
- Manage end-to-end sourcing activities.
- Contribute to our cost and cash programme.
- Create and maintain successful supplier relationships and develop future strategic partnerships.
Requirements
- Proven experience in Procurement/Category Management.
- Adept at applying a variety of commercial approaches to deliver real value for the business.
- Skilled in crafting and managing complex contracts.
- Adept at balancing and anticipating the needs of various stakeholders.
- Experience in influencing senior levels within a large organisation.
- Agile and adaptable to support business needs in a dynamic transformation environment.
- Personal drive to deliver at pace whilst working on a wide range of projects.
Benefits
- Discretionary company bonus
- Company pension up to 7% matched
- Company Car allowance of £5,700
- 15% colleague discount in store and online
- Free access to wellbeing services such as Stream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans and a 24/7 employee assistance helpline
- Asda Allies Inclusion Networks
- Excellent parental leave policies