Senior Procurement Category Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and oversee strategies for categories and sub-categories to enhance performance and maximize value for Dyson.
• Take the lead on global and strategic tenders across various categories as needed.
• Provide coaching to the team, sharing expertise and insights to achieve optimal results.
• Develop and regularly assess comprehensive, forward-looking global category plans aligned with business requirements, considering regional and national variances.
• Influence business operations through effective stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
• Exemplify the Dyson Behaviours relevant to both personal and role responsibilities, demonstrating qualities of ingenuity, exploration, determination, and shrewdness.
• Exhibit a positive mindset and instill confidence in others during times of uncertainty and transition.
• Understand personal strengths and motivations, inspiring others by fostering energy and engagement.
• Offer clear guidance in the formulation and implementation of category plans.
• Infuse category initiatives with drive, energy, and momentum.
• Build a reputation for reliable delivery that establishes immediate credibility and maintains a clear strategic focus.

Required Skills

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent (MCIPs is a plus).
• Demonstrated experience in managing Corporate Services subcategories throughout the entire lifecycle, including strategy development, procurement, and supplier management.
• Experience in a global matrix organization, adept at managing global tenders while achieving outstanding results under tight deadlines.
• Ability to communicate confidently and credibly, with strong relationship management skills to engage and influence senior stakeholders up to Board level.
• Maintain high personal energy, self-motivation, and productivity while fostering resilience in others.
• Proficient in delivering not only optimal service from a category but also in creating global competitive advantages by simplifying processes.
• Commercially savvy with a proven track record of problem-solving and facilitating decision-making.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Dedication to personal development and mentoring others within both immediate and broader teams.
• Familiarity with Ariba is advantageous.