Category Manager - Indirect

Category Manager - Services

Northampton (Hybrid) 2-3 days in the office

£40-55K + Car

All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying.

We’re supporting a growing, fast-paced business looking to appoint a Category Manager to lead all procurement activity across the business unit.

This is a high-impact role with real ownership – managing £45m+ spend, shaping supplier strategy, and partnering closely with senior stakeholders to drive value, performance, and compliance.

The role

You’ll take full responsibility for procurement across a broad range of indirect categories, including temporary labour, packaging, and FM (you dont need experience in these just some exposure to indirect procurement) , while supporting wider business growth and commercial strategy.

Key areas include:

• Owning and delivering procurement strategy across Indirect spend
• Managing £45m+ spend with a focus on value, cost optimisation, and risk
• Identifying and delivering cost-saving and value-add opportunities
• Leading supplier relationships and driving performance
• Supporting new business opportunities and aligning procurement to client contracts
• Ensuring compliance, governance, and audit-ready processes
• Working closely with Legal and internal stakeholders on contracts and negotiations
• Providing clear, xwzovoh insightful reporting to support business decisions

What they’re looking for

• Exposure to indirect spend
• Able to identify savings and drive value
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment

If you’re looking for a role where you can own, shape, and deliver – this is a great opportunity to step into a high-profile position with real influence.