Category Buyer in Birmingham

Investigo is looking for an Category Buyer in Birmingham

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Job description

Job Description: Category Buyer

Key Responsibilities:

Support the implementation and governance of the defined procurement strategy
Leading on tenders, supplier negotiations, and supporting cross-functional procurement projects
Adhere to all procurement policies, procedures, and compliance standards
Ensure all regulatory and legislative requirements are met across categories and projects
Take ownership and accountability for achieving agreed targets and objectives
Execute the category plan in alignment with your line manager's direction
Build in-depth knowledge of assigned categories and collaborate cross-functionally within relevant spend areas
Progressively develop expertise to become a category specialist for a designated area of spend
Engage closely with internal stakeholders, including Group companies where applicable, to gain a clear understanding of business needs
Lead or contribute to cross-category and cross-functional initiatives as required
Monitor and analyse pricing data, comparing market trends against contractual positions to support business and commercial goals.
Identify and mitigate risks within the sourcing strategy to minimise exposure to the business.
Build and manage strategic supplier relationships, ensuring performance targets are met and value is maximized through collaboration.
Complete all necessary administrative tasks to support departmental and business operations effectively

Location - Birmingham

Salary - £40,000 + £6,000 car allowance

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