Category Manager

at  Thames Water Utilites

This role is responsible for overall category management of renewable energy space and other revenue generating contracts. You will develop and manage multiple compelling sourcing initiatives and in-life contract management activities that deliver best value to Thames Water. Accountable for establishing effective working relationships with both key stakeholders and the supply market whilst demonstrating Thames Water values and behaviours.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING AS A CATEGORY MANAGER

• Leading strategy development for specific projects as allocated by the Head of Supplier and Category Management, in line with agreed category strategies
• Demonstrating that sustainability, innovation and risk management, collaboration, health and safety & well-being are effectively considered and managed through each initiative
• Ensuring that audit trails, document and information systems and all supplier information exchanges are effective, with robust confidentiality and traceability, in line with the Procurement Regulations
• Working with stakeholders on the responsibilities for contract launch and seamless implementation
• Creating compelling, well-structured, accurate reports. documents and presentations and effectively deliver to all levels of the business
• Ensuring timely and accurate reporting on the sourcing projects using available reporting tools
• Support development of best practice across the Commercial lifecycle; ensuring that documentation is updated for the Thames Water team

WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING TO THE ROLE

• Extent experience in renewables
• Firm understanding and experience of operating under the Utilities Contract Regulations 2016
• Experience of leading multi-event projects across the category
• Experience in project and performance management
• Excellent proven commercial and contractual acumen
• Extensive experience of strategic sourcing in a multi stakeholder environment
• Track record in delivering against stretching targets