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Senior Category Manager

Salary ranging from £60-70k + car allowance + 25 days holiday plus bank holidays + life insurance + tonnes of other benefits!

Are you looking for a company you can grow with? At Algeco we fill most vacancies from within – which means this could not only be your next job, but the one after that as well."

The role is needed to deliver effective procurement solutions to new customer tenders, major project delivery teams and the business as a whole. This role will develop and manage a group of commodities that support the overall objectives of the company.

Algeco is the leader in modular accommodation not only in the UK but around the world.

We provide more buildings for hire than anyone else, including modular buildings for sale and rent, and off-site permanent buildings for sale for temporary, semi-permanent and permanent use.

As part of the Modulaire Group we have 300,000 units available in 18 countries throughout Europe, including the UK. We’re also active in Australia, New Zealand and China.

So, when you join us, you’re joining a team that’s already established, highly successful – and hungry for more.

• Manage a selected group of strategic commodities
• Develop specific commodity strategies that support the overall business objectives of the company
• Implement commodity strategies that contribute to the growth and profitability of the company
• Ensure that all supply chain risks/opportunities are identified within the commodity strategy and mitigated/realised
• Ensure appropriate supplier contracts, KPIs and SLAs are negotiated with key suppliers
• Apply “best practice” techniques/processes throughout the general cycle of strategy development execution and maintenance
• Develop commodity specific tools/processes to enable competent strategy development
• Provide a responsive and pro-active knowledge base as leader of a cross-functions commodity team
• Assist with problem resolution during implementation and maintenance of commodity strategies
• Ensure that commodity activities are aligned to Supply Chain objectives, follow the correct procedures and utilise the appropriate tools/processes
• To be assigned projects, to support commodity activity and development of the Procurement function
• Help provide a seamless interface between the Commodity activities and the Material Management function, developing value added relationships with the Material Management team, cross-functional departments and suppliers.
• Assist sites with problem resolution on any supply chain related issues.
• Adhere to the companies’ quality procedures and principles at all times.
• Assume the role of change agent for all externally purchased materials or services.
• Ensure that all Procurement data on Business Central is correct and managed in a professional manner
• Effectively manage, develop and mentor team in line with corporate processes and procedures.
• Ensure that all employees within the function have clear objectives which are effectively managed through performance reviews, development plans and other people processes in order to maximize performance and talent potential.
• Proactively encourage the use of all people policies and procedures such as reward and recognition initiatives etc.

• Must have line management experience
• Must have senior level experience in a procurement / supply chain role.
• Must have prior knowledge of developing and implementing supply chain solutions.
• Capex Procurement would be advantageous
• Preferable to have experience in a construction / manufacturing / engineering environment.
• Business or technical degree; with specialisation in procurement and supply chain management being desirable.

At Algeco, we respect and value differences and are passionate about our people, our customers and the planet. We nurture an environment where all differences are valued, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We are committed to building a culture that brings together the very best of our people and their unique skills, experiences, abilities and where they can flourish.

In joining the Algeco team, you will be able to apply and develop your skills and knowledge as part of a collaborative team that is helping to innovate and play a part in building a better future and creating value for our customers, our people, society and the planet.