To lead and run the delivery of complex category management projects from point of procurement through to and including undertaking contract management with associated tasks.
To demonstrate your specialist skills in your category area with strong customer focus, commercial acumen, and proactive approach, building in contract, supplier, and relationship management skills throughout your assigned category.
To always act in line with legislation in a category management approach to deliver savings and sustainable total cost reductions, whilst aligned to corporate objectives.
We are seeking a Category Manager with proven experience in managing the plumbing and heating product area within complex and diverse settings.
The ideal Category Manager thrives in both independent and collaborative environments, demonstrating strong decision-making abilities and a commitment to aligning priorities with company objectives.
They possess a customer-centric mindset, consistently seeking innovative and efficient solutions to drive success.
Our client is seeking a highly skilled IT Category Manager to join their dynamic procurement function.
This role offers the unique opportunity to drive the procurement strategy across the IT function, working with colleagues across procurement and the wider business.
Posted by Michael Page Procurement & Supply Chain • £54K/yr to £60K/yr
A Category Manager is required to manage and lead the Waste management Category department in the FMCG industry, focusing on strategic sourcing, supplier relationships and cost savings.
This organisation is a leading player in the FMCG industry with a workforce of over 10,000 employees.
Known for its commitment to quality and innovation, the company is headquartered in Birmingham and operates in numerous locations across the UK.
A unique company offering a positive environment, with no red tape and open-minded approach to new ideas - they want a Category Manager to work closely with their Commercial Team working within their various sites in the UK (South East), with a large European remit, selling fresh produce - this is a large scale business, with a lot of rich history and an amazing reputation.
Wow, what an opportunity this is!
£55,000 plus a fantastic benefits package and flexible working - This role is hybrid (flexible on around 2 to 3 days in the office per week, plus it can be based in either Chichester, West Sussex or Andover, Hampshire
As the Category Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing supplier relationships and driving contract performance, on behalf of the business's Property Management clients, ensuring they receive top-tier services.
This position requires a strategic operator who excels in business partnering and influencing stakeholders, with supplier relationship management, and contract negotiation expertise.
Key Responsibilities
Category Strategy Development: Define and implement category sourcing strategies that align with business needs, focusing on value optimisation and continuous service improvement.
AWE have an exciting opportunity for a Category Manager to be responsible for the implementation and delivery of Category Management, Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Relationship Management for assigned categories within Research and Development (R&D) including equipment and consumables.
As the Category Manager, you will be developing and implementing category strategy, supporting and executing strategic sourcing activities and supplier relationship management.
You will monitor and drive supplier performance, assist with the development of supplier value including planning and preparation of external management review meetings, and drive operational efficiency in alignment with the Supply Chain Processes and Strategies.