Category Buyer
Venn Group are currently supporting an NHS Trust based in Kent to recruit for a Category Buyer on a contract basis.
The post holder will be an integral part of the Category Management Team, supporting a professional procurement service that delivers on-going cost efficiencies to the Trust in line with contributing towards the implementation of the objectives set out in the Trust Procurement Strategy.
Job Reference Number: CB0035
Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days on site)
Contract Type: 6 months +
Daily Rate: £170 - £200 (depending on experience)
Job Duties:
- To identify, develop and drive sourcing strategies across all categories within the remit of the procurement department
- To lead the procurement process for medium to high value supplies and service contracts
- To work closely with the Category Managers to achieve year of year cash releasing and cost avoidance savings
- To draft quotation and tender documentations with correct terms and conditions in accordance with policies
- To manage supplier development across the spend categories, analyse spend data and contribute towards the strategic savings plan
- To work collaboratively with stakeholders to deliver services, products and projects successfully
If you are interested in this position or would like to find out more about similar roles, please contact Jade Nightingale or Andrew Quinn 020 7557 7667 and email your updated CV to jnightingale@venngroup.com or aquinn@venngroup.com
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