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Category Manager

Job Posted: a day ago

Salary: £ 600 - 700 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Warwick, Warwickshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Job Advertisement: Category Manager 

Location: Remote with occasional visits to the client office in Warwick and site locations as required
 Duration: 6 months initially
 Rate: £700 per day (umbrella)

Are you ready to take your procurement expertise to the next level? Our client is seeking a dynamic Category Manager to lead procurement activities for major infrastructure projects focused on hydrogen and carbon capture! If you're passionate about making a difference in the energy sector and have a knack for managing complex procurement processes, we want to hear from you!

About the Role:
 As the Supply Chain Lead, you'll play a pivotal role in the early Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) phase of significant infrastructure projects. Your mission? Establish robust procurement frameworks, engage with the market, and manage the end-to-end procurement processes that enable project readiness. Your contributions will be crucial in building internal capability while ensuring compliance and efficiency within a regulated utility environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead procurement activities during the early FEED phases for infrastructure projects, specifically in carbon capture and hydrogen transmission.
Develop and execute procurement strategies that align with regulated utility requirements (UCR 2016).
Assist in setting up engineering and construction frameworks to facilitate efficient call-offs across multiple projects.
Take ownership of and manage the complete delivery of assigned procurement packages, including framework call-offs and market competition, with minimal supervision.
Engage with suppliers, including Tier 1 engineering firms and specialized service providers, to negotiate and source contracts effectively.
Collaborate with internal project stakeholders to define project scope, structure procurement packages, and prepare tender documentation.
Contribute to the creation of procurement strategies, contract management models, commercial frameworks, and project delivery structures.
Ensure that procurement activities align with project timelines, budget constraints, and regulatory requirements.What We're Looking For:

Extensive experience in procurement within the public sector or regulated utilities.
Proven experience in major infrastructure or construction projects.
Strong understanding of procurement frameworks and call-off mechanisms.
Familiarity with regulated utility/PA 2023 procurement processes.
Excellent communication skills to discuss risks and opportunities with senior stakeholders.
A comprehensive knowledge base in public sector procurement, with a commercial mindset.
In-depth understanding of NEC contracts.
A hands-on approach to ensure alignment of contract needs-willingness to roll up your sleeves and get involved!Why Join Us?
 This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the energy sector while working with innovative projects. You will be part of a forward-thinking organization that values collaboration, efficiency, and excellence.

If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to transformative projects, apply today! Join us in leading the way toward a sustainable future!

How to Apply:
 Submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and why you're a perfect fit for this role. We can't wait to hear from you!

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