Associate Procurement Category Manager

We have an exciting new opportunity for an Associate Procurement Category Manager to join our team of Category Managers in delivering key projects & departmental targets.

About the role

The Associate Procurement Category Manager will support manage a UK Based multi-million pound spend. The role involves stakeholder & key supplier management. Reporting to the Category Manager, you will be required to deliver the maximum value from assigned categories under your responsibility.

This role will support the development of the categories on a rotational basis and assist in the management of the cost base by delivering opportunities that drive costs out through strong negotiation, value engineering, strengthening supplier relationships to mitigate risk and improve performance.

The Associate Procurement Category Manager will be responsible for the procurement of goods and services in Hard FM, Soft FM and  Construction categories. The role will cover strategic category management, delivery of short to long term cost improvements and supplier relationship management.

About You

We are looking for someone with a solid understanding of Procurement processes, policies, and legislation. You will have an understanding of strategic category management and delivery of short to long term cost improvements and supplier relationship management.

You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to Maintain and develop strategic external relationships, as well  a strong customer service focus when dealing with both internal and external parties. Additionally, we will need you to be PC literate (Word, Excel etc_ and demonstrate strong time-management skills and the ability and willingness to multi-task.

About Us

Harrods is one of the world’s leading luxury department stores and we’re becoming a destination for top designers, and the most sought-after brands from around the globe. Our combined mission is to make visiting our iconic Knightsbridge store one of the world’s most inspiring shopping experiences.

Our Promise to You

Help us make the impossible possible for our customers and we’ll do something remarkable for you. As well as offering a friendly environment to inspire your best work, we provide abundant opportunities and support to build an exceptional career across the varied specialisms of our business.

In return you’ll receive an excellent benefits package, including a company pension, flexible working, 25 days’ holiday, and your birthday off, up to 33% in-store discount (including across our food hall and restaurants) and a season ticket loan.

Uniquely You

At Harrods we believe the personality and authenticity of our people sets us apart. We celebrate and invite applications from all cultures, backgrounds, tastes, and experiences and are proud of our culture where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. What makes you unique makes us exceptional.

If you want to know more about our people and our culture, search #TogetherHarrods on LinkedIn, Facebook or follow us on Instagram @togetherharrods.