Category Specialist

 

Description:

Are you a dynamic procurement professional ready to make a real impact? Join our award-winning, CIPS Platinum accredited team at UK Power Networks and help deliver a world-class procurement service that drives the net zero transition for all!

 

 

What you’ll do:

  • Support category leads and manage a portfolio of direct works, services, and materials
  • Develop and deliver category sourcing strategies, maximizing value and driving cost savings
  • Build strong relationships with partners, suppliers, and contractors
  • Champion innovation, continuous improvement, and compliance with governance and legislation
  • Play a key role in supplier management, contract lifecycle, and strategic partnerships

 

What we’re looking for:

  • Degree-educated and working towards (or achieved) CIPS or equivalent
  • Proven experience leading end-to-end procurement for multi-million pound projects
  • Confident communicator who can influence senior stakeholders
  • Strategic thinker with strong analytical, project, and time management skills
  • IT literate (SAP and UVDB knowledge a plus)

 

Organization UK Power Networks
Industry Management Jobs
Occupational Category Category Specialist
Job Location London,UK
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Intermediate
Experience 2 Years
Posted at 2025-10-27 7:56 am
Expires on 2026-02-28