**Category Manager – Waste Management (12-Month FTC)
Location: Knottingley
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 per annum
Contract: Fixed Term (12 Months)
Industry: Heavy Manufacturing / Multi-Site Operations
Elevation Recruitment Group are working in partnership with a leading organisation in the heavy manufacturing sector to recruit a skilled Category Manager to join their procurement team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in managing and optimising waste management and environmental services across multiple sites, ensuring commercial effectiveness and sustainability targets are met.
**The Role:
As Category Manager, you will take ownership of the waste management category, driving supplier performance and delivering cost-effective solutions that align with business and environmental goals. You will:
- Lead procurement strategy and category planning across waste and recycling services
- Develop strong supplier relationships and negotiate contracts to maximise value
- Collaborate with site managers and stakeholders across the UK to standardise practices
- Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental regulations and company policies
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and explore innovative waste solutions
**Ideal Candidate Profile:
We're looking for a confident, commercially-minded procurement professional who can hit the ground running in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
- Proven experience as a Category Manager or in a similar strategic procurement role
- Background in heavy manufacturing or industrial sectors preferred
- Comfortable working across multi-site operations
- Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
- Knowledge of waste management regulations and sustainability practices is a plus
**What's in it for you?
- Competitive salary of £50,000 – £55,000
- Opportunity to work with a leading UK manufacturer committed to sustainability
- Autonomy in a strategic role with real impact
- Supportive and collaborative culture
- Potential for future opportunities within the wider business