Category Buyer

Due to continued growth of our public sector team, YPO are extremely proud to announce the opportunity for multiple Procurement Category Buyers to join the following categories:

· ICT (Technology and Communication) Services - 1 vacancy

· HR and People Services - 2 vacancies

"If you're looking for a stimulating, friendly and rewarding working environment, then YPO could be the place for you."

At YPO, sustainability is at the core of our mission. As a commercial organisation owned by the public sector, we combine agility and flexibility with a steadfast commitment to public service. Our streamlined processes support efficient delivery while empowering you to make a real difference.

Each day at YPO presents new challenges and opportunities to innovate in procurement activities, supplier management, team development, and marketing strategy. By joining our team, you will play a crucial role in driving procurement excellence, commercial success, and stakeholder engagement.

As a Category Buyer, your responsibilities will include:

· Procurement Excellence: You will design and develop market-leading procurement solutions in line with PCR2015 and PA23, utilising procurement tools such as framework agreements and dynamic markets.

· Commercial Focus: You will support the contribution to category spend and rebate targets. Joining a commercial organisation 100% owned by the public sector, you will benefit from the agility, empowerment, and flexibility to deliver results while staying true to the ethos of public service delivery.

· Supplier Relationship Management: You will manage suppliers in line with contractual obligations, ensuring compliance and fostering strong, collaborative relationships.

· Stakeholder Engagement: You will build and maintain existing customer relationships and attract new customers to use our category services and procurement solutions.

· Marketing and Customer Engagement: You will design and deliver operational marketing plans to enhance customer engagement and promote our services.

· Market Intelligence: You will analyse market trends, customer requirements, and new supplier offerings to keep our solutions at the forefront of the industry.

It is important that you have an understanding of the public sector and practical experience of public procurement processes.

We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate the drive and enthusiasm to succeed in a fast-paced environment delivering sustainable and value creating outcomes for the public sector.

First stage interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams on Friday 21st June 2024, with formal in-person interview taking place at our YPO Offices in Wakefield on Wednesday 26th June 2024.

We supply products and services to a wide range of customers including schools, local authorities, charities, emergency services, the public sector, and other businesses such as nurseries and care homes.

We're 100% publicly owned, by our 13 member authorities, which means the profits we make are returned to our public sector customers, delivering even better value for money.

Benefits of working at YPO:

· Local Government Pension (WYPS)

· Family friendly policies

· Generous holiday allowances

· Cycle to work scheme

· Employee Assistance Programme

· Salary sacrifice car scheme

· Access to Occupational Health Service

· Discounted sports and leisure memberships

· Health care plans

· Commitment to staff development and training, Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £39,186.00-£42,403.00 per year

Benefits:

• Canteen


• Company pension


• Cycle to work scheme


• Employee discount


• Flexitime


• Health & wellbeing programme


• On-site parking


• Sick pay


• Store discount


• Work from home


Schedule:

• Monday to Friday