Category Manager- Supplier Relationship Management

About the role

In your role as Category Manager- Supplier Relationship Management you will make a meaningful and valued contribution from the outset.

This role will provide a great opportunity to To work with key stakeholders, both internal and external, to ensure all operational and business requirements are met, whilst minimising risk and operational impact

What you will be doing

As a trusted part of the Finance Team, you will work closely with the Head of Procurement, the key focus of the role is to lead the delivery of the USS supplier management enhancements project, delivering all aspects of the project from strategic development through to system implementation, training and governance

About you

We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they don't tick every box, if you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, then please apply, regardless of whether you meet all the requirements outlined in this profile.
To be successful in the role you will have:

• Proven track record of managing procurement projects in a large, multi-site business – implementing and embedding strategy, policies and processes
• Strong stakeholder management experience, able to adapt to engage with a variety of management and leadership styles
• Previous experience in leading system implementations across a diverse range of stakeholders
• A keen interest in the procurement field, with evidence of continuing professional development
• Takes initiative and has ownership of situations – a strong level of personal resilience, adaptable to change, with a growth mindset
• Experience of one or more of the following categories – Professional Services, Technology; Market data; Facilities and Property; Utilities; Business Support; HR
• Ability to manage and develop people, helping to creating a high-performing team culture
• Commercially focused experience with evidence of maximising value for money and cost reduction
• Contract and supplier management experience, including a strong commercial focus and robust negotiation skills
• Proven track record of managing procurement projects in a large, multi-site business – implementing and embedding strategy, policies and processes
• Strong stakeholder management experience, able to adapt to engage with a variety of management and leadership styles
• Previous experience in leading system implementations across a diverse range of stakeholders
• A keen interest in the procurement field, with evidence of continuing professional development
• Takes initiative and has ownership of situations – a strong level of personal resilience, adaptable to change, with a growth mindset
• Experience of one or more of the following categories – Professional Services, Technology; Market data; Facilities and Property; Utilities; Business Support; HR
• Ability to manage and develop people, helping to creating a high-performing team culture
• Commercially focused experience with evidence of maximising value for money and cost reduction
• Contract and supplier management experience, including a strong commercial focus and robust negotiation skills

Why join us?

How we will reward you

• Great starting salary
• Generous annual leave package
• Access to a high quality pension scheme provided through Universities Superannuation Scheme
• Supportive people policies (including enhanced occupational sickness pay and family friendly pay)
• Financial contributions towards your personal development to help you maintain your physical and mental wellbeing
• Access to a range of health and wellbeing services i.e., private healthcare, discounted gym membership
• Learning and development opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and talent
• Employee Volunteer Day’s to support the communities where you work and live
• Cycle to Work Scheme
   

Our culture and values

Our people are what makes us different. We work together to create a diverse and inclusive culture that embraces individuality, where people are welcomed and feel comfortable in the knowledge that they can be themselves.

Our purpose firmly states the importance of members, putting them ‘front and centre’ of what we do. This is embedded through our values:

• Integrity
• Collaboration
• Excellence
   

About us

Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) was established in 1974 as the principal pension scheme for universities and higher education institutions in the UK. We work with around 330 employers to help build a secure financial future for more than 528,000 members and their families. We are one of the largest pension schemes in the UK, with total assets of around £75.5bn (at 31 March 2023). To find out more, please visit https://www.uss.co.uk
USSL is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to ensure our recruitment process is as flexible and inclusive as possible so we can attract diverse candidates and recruit the best talent. We want all candidates to perform at their best during the recruitment process, so if you need any reasonable adjustments or if there is anything we can do to help support you through your recruitment journey please let us know by contacting .