Category Manager (Grade 6) x2
Duration: 3 month contract initially with likely extensions
Pay: £300 - £400 per day negotiable dependant on experience
We are recruiting for a couple of Category Managers for work for a Local Government organisation on a fully remote basis for initially 3 months period, to assist across a whole Council directorate.
The post holder will deputise for the Head of Category as required to ensure the delivery of the Corporate Procurement Strategy and Business Plan strategy
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and implement procurement policies and innovation/new initiatives to develop capability across the council
• Lead and manage a series of strategic projects adopting recognised project methodology in order to deliver efficiencies, savings and income
• Prepare and ensure compliant approval of written reports, briefing notes and presentations as required
• Ensure compliance with all statutory regulations, Standing Orders, Council policy and Local Authority Financial procedures
• To be able to lead, motivate and achieve results through a diverse team of professionals
• To manage complex projects with a record of successful implementation
Key Requirements for all Roles:
• Must be CIPS qualified and a have an in-depth knowledge of local government procurement processes, if not then extensive public sector experience as a minimum
• Able to handle a large workload
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