* Prepare and support with the execution of strategic sourcing activities in line with approved category strategy and preferred suppliers list

* Support the monitoring of supplier performance, ensuring that suppliers meet contractual obligations

* Prepare and assist with external management review meetings with suppliers

* Drive operational efficiency in alignment with the Supply Chain Processes and Strategies as well as performance of all activities in line with Supply Chain targets and the Category Group team targets.

* Contribute to the development and drive the implementation of the Category Strategy to deliver cost effective category solutions and business models for assigned categories.

* Deliver Category targets and KPI's for assigned spend categories.

Essential:

* Procurement Generalist
* Attention to detail
* Analytical skills
* Develop Analysis - supplier bids
* Effective interpersonal skills with good verbal, written, presentation, influencing & negotiation skills
* Good IT literacy, able to pick up system skills and knowledge to access and analyse relevant data.
* A working understanding of procurement, commissioning and contract management activity
* An understanding of a category management approach to procurement
* Experience of purchasing a number of types of goods & services
* Good planning & organisation skills
* Supplier Relationship Management.
* Stakeholders Collaboration