Category Management

When, as part of a client's multi-million pound procurement improvement programme, an opportunity was identified in the area of Contract Cleaning, it was clear that specialist skills were required. As one of Prestige Purchasing’s many Category Specialists, Julie Armstrong really knows her stuff in the Cleaning market.

And specialist knowledge is critical, as creating lower cost is not just about the hourly rate paid. Julie needed to consult carefully with every stakeholder in the Group, clearly define service level requirements and measurement, ensure the risks around illegal labour and minimum wage were protected against, set up ongoing contract management, and ensure an overall cost saving of over half a million pounds. A tall order perhaps, but that’s why specialist category skills are essential.

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