Senior Category Manager

Location: Unit 1, 129 Coldharbour Lane, London, SE5 9NY Salary: £64,200 - £71,300 plus up to 12% annual bonus Hours: 37.5

We are looking for an experienced Senior Category Manager to join our Procurement team at KFM. This is an exciting opportunity to lead high-value procurement projects and drive efficiency in healthcare supply chain management.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement category strategies to optimise value and innovation. Manage end-to-end procurement processes within the assigned categories. Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers. Conduct market analysis and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements. Lead contract negotiations and manage supplier performance. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and policies. Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members. Requirements:

CIPS qualification or equivalent is essential. Certification in the UK's Procurement Act 2023 and its implications for public sector tendering is essential. Proven experience in a similar role within procurement and supply chain management. Strong analytical and negotiation skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. If you are an experienced procurement professional looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare supply chain management, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply to join as part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in procurement and supply chain management.

Interview Closing: 5th Jan 2025 Interview Date: 15th & 16th Jan 2025

KFM is a provider of healthcare support services our purpose is to partner with and support healthcare providers in providing world class patient care, with all profits and cost savings reinvested in the NHS.

KFM provides a fully managed service across all clinical areas which includes providing all required clinical supplies and equipment along with maintenance, training and technical support, endoscopy decontamination, sterile services, renal dialysis support, radiology IT support and outpatient pharmacy. KFM also runs a procurement and contract management service for all departments.

KFM is a Limited Liability Partnership owned by King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust with no private sector partners. KFM is a public authority not a private company. KFM has an annual turnover of around £185 million and over 350 staff.

Benefits: Welcome Bonus | Annual Bonus Scheme | 27 days annual leave (+BH) | Annual leave purchase scheme | AVIVA Pension | Group Life Assurance Policy | Enhanced Family Leave & Pay | CPD Funding & Study Leave | Paid Professional Registration Fees | Occupational Sick Pay | Health Cash Plan | Season Ticket Loan Scheme | Car Lease Scheme | Cyclescheme | Techscheme

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