OverviewOSJCT | Recruitment Business Partner | North Division & Head OfficeCategory Manager – IT, Marketing & HRSalary: up to £60,000 per annum DOELocation: Oxfordshire — Sandford Gate until the end of the year, then Woodley House in AylesburyHours of work: 37.5 hours per week, with hybrid working 2-3 days across OSJCT trust sitesWe’re looking for a highly experienced Senior Buyer / Category Manager to support the delivery of our procurement strategy for our IT, Marketing & HR categories. Partnering with internal stakeholders to understand their business requirements, create and deliver solutions that offer tangible benefits and best value.We are one of the largest Not for Profit Care providers in the UK specialising in providing relationship-centred care for older people in nursing, residential and independent living homes. As a charity we ensure that any revenue goes straight back into our homes for the benefit of our residents and employees who care for them.ResponsibilitiesPartner with key stakeholders to understand their medium to long‑term requirementsUndertake tenders from RFI / RFQ to conclusionDevelop supplier relationships that drive innovation, continual improvement and best practiceMaximise the ROI on spend with third partiesEnsure, via collaboration with the business, that agreed project targets are delivered on time and within budgetManage risks and ensure value for money through effective negotiations and appropriate contractual arrangementsAbout youYou will have a good understanding of the IT, Marketing & HR categories so you can confidently predict emerging trends, lean on your existing supplier networks to ensure our negotiations remain competitive.QualificationsDegree educated (ideally)CIPS qualification (preferred)Strong commercial negotiation skillsExperience in drafting and managing supplier contractsStrong analytical and numerical skills to evaluate proposals from cost and risk perspectivesExperience in IT, Marketing & HR categoriesBenefitsCompany pension25 days holidays plus Bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after 5 years’ serviceLife Assurance"My Rewards" discount programEmployment detailsSeniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Orders of St John Care Trust (OSJCT) by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr