Job summary

Are you looking for your next career opportunity? An industry leading Defence organisation are actively seeking a Lead Category Manager to join their team based in Reading.

Key skills required for this role

Category Manager, Procurement, Infrastructure, Defence, Commercial, Contract Management

Important

My client is looking for an Lead Category Manager to join their team!

Job description

I am seeking an experienced and dynamic Lead Category Manager to join a highly reputable organisation in Reading within the Defence Industry on an 18 month contract with hybrid working.

As Lead Category Manager opportunity within the Defence Industry in Reading, you will be responsible for task managing and developing sourcing strategies for three major programmes and your expertise will ensure we identify the right commercial products and effectively manage the commercial chain.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and guide the team to ensure successful completion of tasks.
• Develop comprehensive sourcing strategies
• Determine the most suitable commercial products for procurement.
• Oversee the infrastructure supporting the sourcing strategies.
• Work closely with the procurement team to ensure alignment and efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Must be a British Citizen
• Must have resided in the UK for the past five years for Security Clearance (SC), and ten years for Developed Vetting (DV)

Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience in developing and managing sourcing strategies
• Strong task management and team leadership skills
• Experience working with procurement teams and managing infrastructure
• Effective people management and communication skills
• Experience in Defence or similar industries

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for sourcing, procurement and Defence and you meet the necessary security clearance requirements for this Lead Category Manager in Reading - APPLY NOW!