Category Manager

As the Category Manager, you will develop and implement category strategies, lead sourcing activity, manage supplier performance and ensure contracts deliver long-term value. This is an exciting opportunity to influence strategic decision making and support continuous improvement across the organisation.

Client Details

The organisation operates in the Not for Profit sector across multiple locations.

Description

• Develop and deliver category strategies that support business objectives, maximise value and manage commercial risk.
• Lead sourcing and procurement activities, ensuring fair, compliant and commercially effective processes.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders to understand requirements and develop procurement solutions.
• Manage supplier relationships and contract performance, ensuring delivery against agreed outcomes.
• Analyse spend, market trends and supplier performance data to support decision making and identify opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with finance and operational teams to track savings, forecast benefits and provide performance reporting.

Profile

• Experience in category management, strategic procurement or a similar commercial role.
• Experience leading sourcing and procurement activities.
• Experience managing suppli...