Assistant Category Manager

They will directly support the Senior Category Manager in establishing and managing effective and "fit for purpose" supply/service agreements for a designated portfolio of products/services, which comply with EU/UK public procurement and the respective Trust regulatory requirements. Directly supports the Senior Category Manager in establishing and managing effective and "fit for purpose" contractual agreements which comply with EU/UK public procurement and the respective Trust regulatory requirements. Promotes and engenders effective stakeholder relationships, leading and influencing change affecting commitment-based & collaborative approaches to strategic sourcing, supplier development & management to address Trust strategy, customer requirements, and sustainable cost improvement strategies. Works with Category Managers and cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions to support care pathways as part of strategic direction in support of the Senior Category Manager. Acts as a mentor and undertakes development and coaching of other team members as required; develops and manages ongoing business review programmes with key vendors/stakeholders to ensure compliant, effective and ongoing management of contracts allocated; engenders a continuous improvement ethos taking a lead role to establish robust product and market intelligence for the portfolio of products and services allocated and acts as an ambassador for the department, providing specialist advice to internal customers. Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues. UHD is investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following the merger and the New Hospital Programme.

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