Procurement Category Manager

Category Manager / Up to £75,000 / London / Permanent / Hybrid Overview: A large organisation are currently seeking a Procurement Category Manager to join their team to manage the procurement of indirect goods. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your procurement experience further Role & Responsibilities: • Lead strategic category management for indirect goods and services, aligning category plans to organisational objectives. • Manage end-to-end procurement activities, including tendering, evaluation, negotiation, and contract implementation. • Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders to drive value for money and commercial best practice. • Deliver spend optimisation initiatives, savings targets, and continuous improvement across assigned categories. • Manage supplier relationships, performance reviews, and risk mitigation to ensure effective contract delivery. • Ensure procurement activity is compliant with policies, governance requirements, and best practice procedures. Essential Skills & Experience: • 2+ years’ experience within a category manager position in the private sector • Great negotiation skills • Experience procuring indirect goods • Experience implementing category plans • An excellent communicator • Hard-working and ambitious • A team player who thrives when working with others towards shared goals Package: • Up to £75,000 • Hybrid working • Great pension scheme • Great working environment Category Manager / Up to £75,000 / London / Permanent / Hybrid