Job Title: Procurement Category Manager - Facilities Management & Estates
Location: France
Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive
Our client, a Global leading Business School and is currently seeking a Procurement Category Manager to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the Facilities Management & Estates category, ensuring that the procurement strategy is aligned with the company's overall objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct market research for category balance.
- Lead strategic tenders, improving pricing and quality.
- Analyse supplier data, provide dashboard updates.
- Act as a business partner to internal stakeholders.
- Manage strategic supplier relationships and contracts.
- Enhance supplier performance and cost efficiency.
- Support preferred supplier partnerships and agreements.
- Collaborate with buyers on sourcing and contracts.
Requirements
- Masters in Procurement or Business Administration (Preferred)
- Globally recognised Procurement accreditation (e.g., CIPS).
- Several Years of Procurement experience.
- Expertise in Facilities Management, Construction, and Renovation Works.
- Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.
- Knowledge of regulatory laws across various regions.
- Customer-oriented and culturally adept.
- Excellent bilingual communication (French and English).
- Preferred: Native French speaker.
If you are an experienced Procurement Category Manager with a strong background in Facilities Management & Estates and are looking for a new challenge in the industry, we would love to hear from you.