Junior category manager it professional services

Internal Vacancy Job Title Junior Category Manager – IT Professional Services Location/Travel Breakspear Park Band B Working Hours/Shift Pattern 37.5 Function PLC Procurement No. of direct reports 0 Team Indirect Procurememt Line Manager Title Senior Procurement Category Manager IT Professional Services Application closing date At Britvic we’re on a journey to become the most dynamic soft drinks company. As one of the UK’s leading players in the FMCG market we pride ourselves on setting high standards, being courageous and pushing ourselves to think outside the bottle. We offer consumers a range of family favourite and global premium brands such as Robinsons, Tango, J2O, R. White’s London Essence. We exist to help people enjoy life’s everyday moments. About the Role: The Britvic Group Procurement Function are responsible for sourcing all goods and services the business needs to operate. Our 2025 vision is to unlock our full potential and be recognised for our excellence in Procurement. Our mission is to deliver supply solutions that advance Britvic’s sustainability, competitiveness, and growth. This graduate entry level role sits within the Indirects Supply Chain Procurement Team which manages a spend of over £400m across the Britvic group for a variety of different categories including Marketing Services, IT and Professional Services, FM, Capex MRO, Co-packing, Logistics and Customer Operations. In this role you will report to the Senior Category Manager – IT Professional services, who you’ll support in creation, execute and implementation of group procurement strategies for IT Professional Services categories. You’ll be given lots of 1st class support and the opportunity to develop multiple skills such as: 1. Project management/Category Management 2. Tendering and Negotiation 3. Problem solving and finding solutions 4. Building sustainable and responsible supply chains 5. Contract knowledge 6. Strong communication skills 7. Use of leading Procurement digital technologies e.g. Ariba, Cirtuo Key Responsibilities: 1. Undertake key elements of Category Management such as supplier market research, spend analysis, and the gathering of stakeholder business requirements, supporting the development of category strategies. 2. Identify potential value creation opportunities supporting the creation of a pipeline of value for the IT Professional services categories 3. Conduct tenders (inc. set-up, analysis, negotiation, evaluation) and creation/approval/renewal of contracts using Britvic Ariba platform. May manage/lead some subcategories or support the Senior Category Manager in executing high value/high risk activity 4. Maintain positive relationships with suppliers by effective communication and timely resolution of any issues. Knowledge, Skills Experience Required: 1. Experience working in a procurement or supply chain management role is desirable but not essential - you will learn that when you are with us 2. Experience within a commerical envrioment (ideally within procurement or buying but not essential) 3. Strong numerical and analytical skills with strong IT skills across Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SAP. 4. Appetite to work as a business partner, building strong relationships with key stakeholders We believe we are stronger together and that’s why we’re committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees. We know that by building a truly inclusive environment where everyone feels celebrated, safe and respected - diversity and wellbeing will naturally thrive. We’re committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees – in fact, this is at the heart of our company culture and values, and we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds. How to Apply Step1: When viewing the vacancy details in the portal, click Apply Step 2: Complete the candidate profile and online application questions, making sure that you complete all the sections marked with a red star* Step 3: Once you ve answered all the questions, click Apply AFTER APPLYING, IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE AN EMAIL CONFIRMING THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED, THE APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN COMPLETED AND YOU WILL NEED TO LOGIN AND COMPLETE THE PROCESS, ENSURING THAT ALL BOXES MARKED WITH A RED STAR* HAVE BEEN FILLED IN. Your Resourcing Partner for this role is: Liberty Mills Please note that you should discuss with your Line Manager before submitting an application.