An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Category Manager to join a growing Procurement & Supply Chain function, shaping strategy across a broad range of categories.

With £500m of annual third-party spend to analyse and influence, this is a role where commercial thinking, strategic sourcing and supplier management can make a real impact.

What you'll be doing:

• Developing and implementing category strategies across goods, works and services.
• Analysing spend to identify savings, efficiencies and value-add opportunities.
• Leading sourcing activity, negotiations and contract development.
• Building strong supplier relationships and driving performance.
• Managing contract renewals, mitigating supply chain risks and reducing total cost of ownership.
• Working with stakeholders to deliver procurement objectives and measurable results.

What we're looking for:
✔ Proven experience developing and delivering successful category strategies.
✔ Strong spend analysis and commercial acumen.
✔ Experience with complex contracts, sourcing and supplier negotiations.
✔ Excellent stakeholder management and attention to detail.
✔ Confidence managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

The opportunity? Join an ambitious team with significant scope to influence strategy, deliver tangible business value and develop your career.

Industry-specific experience isn't essential. Strong procurement expertise and the right mindset are what matter.