Category Manager - Procurement Manager

As a Procurement Manager will oversee and optimise procurement processes within the manufacturing sector, ensuring cost efficiency and supplier relationship management. Hybrid with 1 day in the Leeds Office + site and supplier visits in the week- home working. Client Details This opportunity is with a well-established organisation within the FMCG - Manufacturing industry. As a medium-sized company, they are known for their robust supply chain and procurement practices, offering a collaborative environment that focuses on operational excellence. Description As Procurement Manager - Category Manager- Capex, you will take ownership of the commercial delivery and supplier performance across capital expenditure and capital project categories. You will drive value creation, ensure robust commercial governance, and partner closely with stakeholders across engineering, operations, and project delivery teams. Category & Commercial Leadership • Develop and implement category strategies across Capex spend, covering manufacturing equipment, engineering services, and construction/civils • Deliver value through effective sourcing, negotiation, and supplier selection, balancing cost, quality, and service • Identify and execute cost-saving and value optimisation opportunities across projects and the wider portfolio Stakeholder Engagement • Build strong relationships across engineering, project, and site teams to understand requirements and influence decision-making • Act as a trusted commercial advisor, challenging requirements and driving best practice procurement behaviours • Promote procurement as a value-adding function across the business Sourcing & Project Delivery • Lead end-to-end sourcing activities for capital projects, including RFQs, tenders, negotiations, and contract awards • Project manage procurement workstreams across multiple concurrent Capex initiatives • Ensure alignment of stakeholders, clear project timelines, and successful delivery against business objectives Supplier & Contract Management • Negotiate and implement robust contracts tailored to project requirements, including appropriate risk mitigation and service levels • Manage supplier relationships and performance, ensuring delivery against contractual obligations • Resolve issues proactively to minimise risk to project delivery Continuous Improvement & Governance • Drive standardisation and consistency across procurement processes and supplier engagement • Analyse spend data and market trends to inform sourcing strategies • Support wider procurement transformation initiatives and process enhancements Profile As a Category Manager - Procurement Manager - CAPEX- Capital Projects you will have; • Proven experience in indirect procurement, with a strong focus on Capex, capital projects, engineering, or construction categories • Strong understanding of commercial contracting, with knowledge of JCT contracts desirable • Demonstrated capability in negotiation, supplier management, and stakeholder engagement • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a complex, multi-site environment • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions • Excellent communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills • Degree calibre (or equivalent experience). CIPS training will also be supported/ funded as there are lots of development opportunities Additional Requirements • Full UK driving licence required & wiliness to travel across manufacturing sites Job Offer • A competitive salary ranging up to £60,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus • Exposure to procurement operations within the dynamic FMCG sector. • A collaborative and professional work environment with lots of opportunity to develop your career. • Any sector will be considered as long as you have demonstrable experience managing capital project/ CAPEX spend as part of your remit. JCT contract experience would be desirable Please note you will be in the Leeds office one day a week and then a mix of home working and visiting sites. You therefore must have a driving licence and be able to get to Leeds 1 day a week for a teams meeting If you are ready to take the next step in your procurement career, apply now to join a leading company in the FMCG industry.