Lead Procurement Category Manager-Logistics & Supply ChainHead Office

We’re transforming the way procurement works here at Asda. What does that mean for you? That you’ll be at the heart of decision-making and the forefront of our transformation journey.

Our growing team manages over £2.5billion of indirect/goods not for resale spend, and is on a journey to become a best in class function, with a broad agenda across all areas of procurement from sourcing and cost transformation, through to sustainability and management of some of our most strategic relationships.

With opportunities to join us across multiple levels and all categories including Technology, Marketing, Professional Services, Logistics – Supply Chain and Energy, you’ll support a range of commercial activities, dare to find new innovative ways to drive efficiency, and help us get that #2 share in Grocery. So we can offer our customers the best value possible. That’s what it means to put customers at the heart of everything.

“Everything About Asda”

With a turnover of over £20billion every year, over 2 million transactions every month, and around 141,000 dedicated Asda colleagues taking care of our customers every day, we're really a place that's got everything – for our customers and your career.

Your Role

If you are a Procurement expert who will enjoy the responsibility of delivering transformation activity, and helping ensure a best in class cost base within your assigned categories then this could be the opportunity for you. You will lead the development and implementation of category strategies by providing thought and commercial leadership to cross functional colleagues and collaborating effectively in a complex environment. The Logistics category team need to be able to provide credible commercial guidance in often complex scenarios so you will be exceptionally commercially astute with strong communication and negotiation skills

The Logistics categories include; haulage and transport, final mile delivery solutions, third party warehouse and fulfilment, automation installation and maintenance, other warehouse equipment, international transport and freight management, large and van fleet assets and maintenance, and consumables supply for our depots and stores.

Although prior experience in a logistics or supply chain category role would be desirable, we are open to applications from individuals with an interest in Logistics seeking to switch categories in order to progress career development.

This advert is to apply for a Senior/Lead Category Manager role in Logistics & Supply. We also have a Category Manager role within the Logistics & Supply chain category so will consider you for this role if appropriate.

The Specifics

  • Develop category strategies to build and maintain a pipeline of delivery opportunities.
  • Influence and collaborate with stakeholders to drive forward category initiatives
  • Lead on major business investments and executive priorities within the Logistics function.
  • Manage end-to-end sourcing activities
  • Contribute to our cost and cash programme.
  • Create & maintain successful supplier relationships and develop future strategic partnerships

“Let's find out about you”

  • Proven experience in Procurement/Category Management.
  • Adept at applying a variety of commercial approaches to deliver real value for the business
  • Skilled in crafting and managing complex contracts.
  • Adept at balancing and anticipating the needs of various stakeholders.
  • Experience in influencing senior levels within a large organisation.
  • Agile and adaptable to support business needs in a dynamic transformation environment.
  • Personal drive to deliver at pace whilst working on a wide range of projects

“Everything you'll love ”

  • Cash car allowance – £5.7k or an electric vehicle.

  • 25 days annual leave per year plus 8 bank holidays – Making sure you take time for yourself, to switch off and recharge.

  • Private healthcare – either individual or family.

  • 4 weekly pay – which means you get an extra payday a year

  • Digital GP and Wellbeing sessions – We genuinely care at Asda. That's why we're creating a culture where our people can perform at their best, and feel their best. Because your physical health and mental wellbeing is just as important to us.

  • Career development and apprenticeship and graduate schemes - We want our colleagues to thrive, and grow as our business does.

  • We also support colleagues through professional qualifications such as CIPS

  • Free city centre parking – You can also use it outside working hours

Work Where it Works

Our hybrid way of working gives you the choice to work where it works. This enables you to chose where you’ll be the most effective. It offers a mix of working from home and in an office environment that works best for you and your team.

You will also get an excellent benefits package including; -

  • Discretionary company bonus
  • £5,700 company car or car allowance
  • Company pension up to 7% matched
  • 10% colleague discount, free parking and many additional rewards.

We want all colleagues to be able to bring their best and true selves to work, every day. Simply put, we want our colleagues to be Proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves

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Rewards and Recognition

Benefits you’ll only find here

10% off Asda pet insurance

10% off selected Asda Pharmacy services

10% off Asda Tyres

20% Asda Travel insurance

30% off Asda Mobile bundles

Free remote GP service

Available to you, your partner and your children, 24/7, year round.

Pension

Save for retirement with up to 7% matched contributions from Asda.

Free physiotherapy consultations

Helping you and your partner take care of yourselves with 8 free sessions per year.

Colleague discounts

15% off at our stores year round – get discounts on groceries and George clothes year round, and even special double discount events.

Company car

Choose a brand new electric company car or a cash allowance within certain roles, the choice is yours.

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Confidential support helpline

Find free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through a helpline that’s available 24/7, year round.

Cycle to work

Buy a bike through this scheme and save on tax and national insurance.

Financial support

Find financial wellbeing tools and support, including the ability to stream your pay.

Free eye tests

Head to our in store opticians for a free checkup and take care of your vision.

Bonus

Sharing our success with a discretionary bonus scheme that really rewards your contributions.

Cancer support

Guidance and support for you and your family, from before diagnosis, to treatment and beyond.

Paid time off

From holiday to sick leave and other types of leave, such as parental leave.

Mental health support

Access free mental health support for you and your family.

Support and advice with care

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Hybrid working

Work where it works if you’re in a role that can be done remotely.

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