Category Manager (30502)
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As part of the Transport UK Group, West Midlands Trains delivers around 1,300 train journeys a day, for more than 60 million passengers a year, across our two brands - West Midlands Railway and London Northwestern Railway.
We are committed to delivering a safe and reliable train service, by investing in our fleet of trains, stations and employees. As part of this investment, we are looking to recruit a Category Manager, on a permanent full time basis.
What does the role involve?
Guiding and supporting the business in procurement activities - ensuring business and group policies are followed
Tendering of indirect purchase requirements for all departments, across the business
Preparing and negotiating contracts and amendments
Liaising with the wider team and the Department of Transport (DfT) to obtain approval for key contracts - ensuring compliance with our agreements/contracts
Providing commercial and contractual advice to the business - including influencing business thinking and approach
Being the interface between the business and external lawyers - for contractual matters
Attending contract review meetings
Supporting other colleagues in the review and development of the procurement policies and procedures
What skills and experience do I need to do the role?
Previous practical experience in a Category Management role - ideally within a large, complex organisation
Be CIPS qualified or actively studying towards it
Management and negotiation of large contracts
Exposure in interpreting complex legal documentation
Great commercial and financial awareness
Strong stakeholder management and influence skills
What is the salary and benefits?
Salary is up to £50,000 - depending on the experience you can bring to the role
Hybrid working - 2-3 days a week office, based in Birmingham
Free travel on all our trains and those of other train companies within our parent group company - for you, your partner and any dependent children
Defined Benefit pension - one of the best in the UK
75% off all other train company travel tickets
Retail discounts
Career development opportunities
Due to the volume of applications we receive, the advert may close earlier than the published closing date. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out.
As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds and ensure no-one receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender, race/ethnicity, religion, belief and sexual orientation.
Applications will be considered from colleagues with 6 months experience, after completion of their probationary period and a full check of absence and disciplinary records.