1 to 25 of 44 Permanent Category Manager Jobs in the UK

Location: Winchester Sector: Procurement Job type: Permanent Salary:£48000.00 - £50000.00 per annum + Pension Contact:Elizabeth Hitchings Contact email: An exciting opportunity for a Category Manager to join a well-known public sector organisation based in Winchester, with a salary up to £50,000! The Category Manager … Strategic Procurement Team to support across a range of categories within the organisation. Candidates will have previous experience in procurement and purchasing at Procurement manager or Category manager level and be keen to develop themselves in their career! Responsibilities of the Category Manager Plan, drive … best practice approach Provide technical advice and guidance to clients Coach and advise team members through the complexities of public sector procurement The ideal Category Manager will have: Experience of public sector procurement and Public Contract Regulations 2015 Procurement experience across a range of categories Experience in managing more »

Engineering Category Manager, Hybrid in Kent, circa £65k Engineering Category Manager role for an exciting and vibrant Renowned Automotive Company, salary circa £65,000. Job ref. #4564991 Your new company A Renowned Automotive Company is looking to recruit an Engineering Category Manager to join … their vibrant and fast-paced business. This is not your typical Indirect Category Manager role. This is an incredibly exciting new role that requires creative thinking, working with niche and complex contracts that will utilise your negotiation skills! Your new role Category Manager role with people … management opportunities Taking ownership of category strategies Sourcing suppliers, relationship development and performance management Leading large scale, complex contracts What you'll need to succeed Category Management experience with Engineering or Media categories mandatory Competency in developing relationships with stakeholder and suppliers Ability to identify and implement cost more »

JOB TITLE: Graduate Category Manager SALARY: £33,000 + LOCATION: London (Hybrid 4 days in the office & 1 day working from home) Plus fantastic benefits Join one of the fastest growing home retail businesses in the UK and Europe as a Graduate Category Manager in their … central London offices. Are you a recent graduate looking to kickstart your career outside of University? Or perhaps you have experience in buying, category management, or product management and are ready to elevate your career to the next level? This could be your perfect fit! We are seeking individuals … a dynamic team, utilizing your degree and proficiency in Microsoft Excel to excel in buying and supplier relationship management. About the position: As Graduate Category Manager you will be responsible for: - ? Managing a large portfolio of suppliers. ? Developing strategic supplier and category plans to achieve revenue and more »

JOB TITLE: Graduate Category Manager SALARY: £33,000 + LOCATION: London (Hybrid 4 days in the office & 1 day working from home) Plus fantastic benefits Join one of the fastest growing home retail businesses in the UK and Europe as a Graduate Category Manager in their … central London offices. Are you a recent graduate looking to kickstart your career outside of University? Or perhaps you have experience in buying, category management, or product management and are ready to elevate your career to the next level? This could be your perfect fit! We are seeking individuals … a dynamic team, utilizing your degree and proficiency in Microsoft Excel to excel in buying and supplier relationship management. About the position: As Graduate Category Manager you will be responsible for: - ? Managing a large portfolio of suppliers. ? Developing strategic supplier and category plans to achieve revenue and more »

JOB TITLE: Associate Category Manager SALARY: £33,000 -£40,000 DOE LOCATION: London (Hybrid 4 days in the office & 1 day working from home) Plus fantastic benefits Join one of the fastest growing home retail businesses in the UK and Europe as a Graduate Category Manager … their central London offices. Are you a recent graduate looking to kickstart your career outside of University? Or perhaps you have experience in buying, category management, or product management and are ready to elevate your career to the next level? This could be your perfect fit! We are seeking … a dynamic team, utilizing your degree and proficiency in Microsoft Excel to excel in buying and supplier relationship management. About the position: As Graduate Category Manager you will be responsible for: - ● Managing a large portfolio of suppliers. ● Developing strategic supplier and category plans to achieve revenue and more »

Are you an experienced Category Manager, who is looking to work in a fast-paced, global, market-leading company? Here at Innovative Technology, we have an exciting new role for a Category Manager to join our talented team working from our global head office in Oldham … Greater Manchester. The Category Manager role overview: To identify and select the best suppliers based on their potential to contribute and to introduce vendor development programs to improve efficiency and quality while reducing costs. Your Responsibilities as a Category Manager: Assess the essential skills, capabilities, and … criteria (as specified in the job description) who state they have a disability within their application. What's next? If you're an experienced Category Manager and want to join our award-winning team working on the latest cutting-edge technology, we want to hear from you. A more »

IT Category Procurement Manager - RFP Permanent Theale/Home The IT Category Procurement Manager will have ownership of a range of sub-categories focusing on all IT and Professional (Legal, Compliance, BI, HR) Services, along with the associated company spend and relevant supplier base. The IT … Category Procurement Manager will develop appropriate commercial strategies and approaches to optimise value-for-money and minimise supplier-related risk. The IT Category Procurement Manager will own, develop & deliver sourcing events (both traditional & e-sourcing) which fully align with our Corporate Procurement Policy. Financial contribution will … be linked to an industry standard methodology and aligned with our commercial structure. Working in conjunction with a range of internal stakeholders, the IT Category Procurement Manager will drive commercial benefit, service improvement and process efficiency. The IT Category Procurement Manager will actively support functional owners more »

Assistant Category Manager SALARY: £28,500-£30,000 LOCATION: Kings Langley- Hybrid Working Benefits: 6% Pension Contribution Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program 25 days holiday increasing to 30 days over 5 years of service staff discount BUPA health care is optional. Are you in a junior buying role … for a retailer or category management role at the early stages of your career? Are you looking to expand your experience and work for a manufacturer? Then this could be the role for you! Our client is a multi-award-winning brand in the consumer electronics accessories industry, specializing … IT peripheral, and wireless technology. With a strong global presence and multiple offices worldwide, they employ thousands of individuals. Job Specification: As Assistant Product Manager, you'll be assisting the business units to give market, product, competitor, and consumer insights across the EMEA markets. You'll do this through more »

Job Title: IT Procurement Category Manager Role Overview We are currently recruiting for a Category Manager - IT (Procurement) to join our passionate and driven team. Reporting to the Head of Indirect Procurement, the Category Manager – IT role is a strategic role with primary responsibility … for managing the IT Procurement category for OCS UK & Ireland. Working closely with key internal stakeholders, both Group and UK&I, the Category Manager will be expected to create and execute a category plan to maximise value. Key Responsibilities: Create and execute a category management more »

Job Title: Direct Procurement Category Manager, Hybrid flexible on location Company Overview This unique organisation operating within the healthcare sector is searching for an Indirect Procurement Category Manager to lead new and innovative procurement processes. Position Overview The Direct Procurement Category Manager holds the … task of creating and executing a robust commercial strategy for each category and its subcategories within the organisation, aimed at driving substantial benefits for the company in profitability and total cost of acquisition optimisation. You will lead both the sourcing and sales channel performance in collaboration with the service … internal costs associated with supplier and supply chain management, including working capital and the impact of poor quality and delivery performance. The Direct Procurement Category Manager has the responsibility of optimising the total cost of acquisition, maximising sales opportunities, and proactively addressing potential supply chain risks through formal more »

Category Manager (IT Purchasing, manager, Negotiation) London - Hybrid (some travel to other sites) £40,000 - £50,000 + 12% performance related bonus + 4% pension contribution + Company benefits Are you a passionate Category Manager or similar with a background in IT purchasing, seeking an … business needs, the company will invest in continued training and their people to enable a focus on collective success. This role would suit a Category or Procurement Manager with an IT background looking to have the freedom to be creative and drive the procurement team in streamlining a … with various stakeholders across varying levels, portraying a procurement partner Advise on best practices Hybrid working with some travel to other sites. THE PERSON: Category/Purchasing Manager or similar Solid experience in category management with IT systems implementation and software negotiation Knowledge of supply chain management more »

About the job Professional Services Category Manager - £60k-£70k We are currently seeking a Procurement professional who has experience within blue-chip or consultancy environments and an indirects spend background, with a particular focus on Professional Services sub-categories such as finance, recruitment, legal etc. Professional Services Category Manager Responsibilities: • You will be responsible for leading end-to-end sourcing activity across a diverse range of categories within Professional Services. • Managing the Professional Services category by innovating, developing and implementing leading procurement strategies to deliver cost savings to the business. Professional Services Category Manager Desired Background: • Professional Services category knowledge and tangible end-to-end procurement/category management experience within Professional Services, HR, Legal, Finance, Insurance Consultancy or Travel. • Track record of consistent performance and delivery within a senior buyer/procurement or category management role. Strong analytical skills more »

IT Category Manager - £60k Role: IT Category Manager Salary: Up to £60,000 DOE, plus benefits package Client: Major Utilities organisation Location: Hybrid working and in Bristol Opportunity for an IT Category Manager to join a fast-growing team, in a major Utilities company … to drive value and reduce cost. With ownership of key IT categories and spend, you will develop and implement strategy and oversee the full category lifecycle. This role will offer strong opportunity for professional development and growth. Requirements: Strong IT Procurement experience to a strategic level. Knowledge of relevant more »

Category Manager - Indirects Hyrbid working Up to £50,000 base salary Outstanding additional benefits package! Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be working with a leading rail business based in Derby in the search for an experienced Category Manager to focus on the businesses Indirect requirements. … As a Category Manager you will: Be the procurement expert for the categories which fall under your responsibility. Lead on procurement strategies and tactical approaches which maximise the successes of the business. Managing strategically important contracts, driving sustainable benefits. Working with cross functional teams to support positive relationships more »

Procurement Category Manager (IT/Engineering) South East London/North Kent c£65k plus benefits ProcureOne are pleased to be partnering a Globally renowned brand name to help them attract a first class Procurement Category Manager to join their team as they continue to develop … and grow. Reporting to the Senior Category Manager and working within a fantastic procurement team you will lead end to end procurement across a range of IT and Engineering Category areas including Hardware, Software, Projects and Services. Leading the end to end procurement cycle including the preparation … and close working relationships. Collaborate with business leads to ensure the best deal has been achieved. Lead on commercial and contractual negotiation across designated category areas. Contract management and drafting of terms Improve procurement team process and policy and take own initiative to spot better ways of working. Support more »

IT Procurement Category Manager, £70,000, Start ASAP, Hertfordshire My client, a leading global brand, is searching for IT Procurement Category Manager to join them ASAP to help develop and implement a strategic procurement plan. The successful Procurement Manager will lead strategic sourcing initiatives to … perspective, legally robust and that service levels are established, monitored, and exceeded by our suppliers. Key Skills Solid experience working as an IT Procurement Manager MCIPS Level 4 qualified preferred Experience in IT service agreements, Licensing and SAAS agreements. Experience in creating monthly reports and updates for executives. Experience … with Microsoft license management. Managing supply chain in a busy ICT environment IT Procurement Category Manager, £70,000, Start ASAP, Hertfordshire more »

iconic green spaces are among the most visited attractions in the UK with 77 million visits every year. We are now looking for a Category Manager for Estates, Works and Hard Facilities Management The Procurement Category Managers at Royal Parks are instrumental in enhancing the central procurement … areas, and so we need someone who can break the mould and make a difference to our services. The Estates, Works and Hard FM Category is a busy and diverse Category and one that is critical in the Royal Parks Procurement team. In this role you will Be … will be a chance to get involved with varied work, collaborate with different teams and ensure compliance across TRP. To be considered as Procurement Category Manager, you will need: Relevant Category experience within Estates, Works and Hard Facilities Management Experience of applying NEC suite of contracts for more »

Cedar are supporting a Public Sector client who are looking to hire a Category Manager for their ICT category. This is a permanent role offering a salary of £43,500 plus a Bonus and competitive benefits package. This role will operate on a hybrid working basis, primarily working … required for key meetings at one of the clients offices (please note they have various office locations dotted around England). Reporting into the Category Lead, the Category Manager will be responsible for managing the development and delivery of commercial and sourcing strategies within the ICT category. … with Public Sector Regulations. Candidates applying MUST HAVE: Experience working a similar role in the UK Public Sector marketplace i.e. a job in Procurement, Category, Commercial, Contract or Sourcing Experience procuring for Goods or Services in the ICT category is required Experience using Public Sector Frameworks such as more »

Role: Interim Technology Category Manager - UKI Location : Hybrid working with 1 day on site (either Leeds or London) Length : 12 months Salary : £65,000 per annum We are actively looking to secure a Category Manager to join Experis as one of our expert consultants, delivering services more »

month FTC - Procurement Category Manager (IT & Technology) - To £70,000 & Excellent Benefits. Based in central London, the role will be hybrid, working 2 or 3 days a week in the group HQ. Immediate start. ProSearch are working exclusively with this market leading group to recruit an IT & Technology … Category Manager for their group procurement team. With operating divisions across the UK, the group team develop, advise and implement strategy to maximise value for money across all category and commodity areas, working with regional business leaders, local procurement and key functional stakeholders. As part of the … group procurement team, you will support category strategy in key business projects, ranging from hardware, software, new technology and shared services. To find out more and receive a detailed briefing information pack, please apply with your CV and we will be in touch within 2 working days more »

list of Britains Biggest Brands, and is also the 7th most chosen brand in the UK. Job description: We are recruiting for a Procurement Category Manager (CAPEX & Operations UK Indirect Procurement), tomanage an area of spend of high complexity; creating robust spend category strategies and active business … stakeholders. This is a hybrid role with an office location of either Droitwich or Market Drayton. Key Responsibilities: Managing spend area Create and implement category strategies for key spend areas aligned with the Business Units and Group Service functions Ensure procurement policy, processes and spend compliance rules are in … able to challenge specifications and operational methods in working with stakeholders to drive value for the business from a procurement perspective. A capable project manager in their own right, able to drive action from a project team and deliver sourcing events to a defined and sometimes challenging timescale Continuous more »

Senior Category Manager £70,000+ per annum Hybrid Car Allowance Bonus Additional Benefits Permanent – Full Time Our client is seeking a seasoned category expert to drive the Digital & Commercial Category forward. Drawing on your extensive experience in this domain, you will craft and execute strategies, pioneering … innovative commercial arrangements. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Take the helm in the procurement process, infusing a strategic and innovative approach to category management that forms the backbone of our commercial endeavours. Supplier Portfolio Management: Oversee a diverse portfolio of suppliers, ensuring contractual obligations are met while actively seeking opportunities … for continuous improvement throughout the contract lifecycle. Category Strategy Development: Lead the formulation and execution of end-to-end category strategies across short, medium, and long-term horizons. Evaluate initiatives to maximise value and outcomes, adeptly balancing risk and opportunities. Stakeholder Engagement: Provide invaluable category insights and more »

Job Reference: GRP/JH/23-05/1183/2 Job Title: IT Category Manager Location: Ipswich Salary: Competitive Hours per week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Business Overview Atalian Servest and OCS have merged to create a new organisation, the OCS Group UK & Ireland. We … to the private and public sectors and supporting the local communities in which it operates. Role Overview We are currently recruiting for an IT Category Manager to join our passionate and driven team based at our Ipswich office. Benefits Informal hybrid/flexible working arrangements 25 days holiday … Opportunity to win monthly Superstar Awards Long service awards Key Responsibilities: Identify what Atalian Servest’s current obligations and agreements are to create a category plan for planning, negotiation, and compliance. Highlighting risks and issues with current contracts and identifying and implementing improvements. Manage and implement SLAs and KPIs more »

Category Procurement Manager - IT Theale\Hybrid Perm Role You must be eligible to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship The Procurement Manager will develop appropriate commercial strategies and approaches to optimise value for-money and minimise supplier-related risk. The Procurement Manager will … will be linked to an industry standard methodology and aligned with commercial structure. Working in conjunction with a range of internal stakeholders, the Procurement Manager will drive commercial benefit, service improvement and process efficiency. The Procurement Manager will actively support functional owners and SMEs in managing relationships and … delivery performance to support the achievement of functional objectives and targets. Key Deliverables: Category Strategy Management Supplier Base Management Stakeholder Engagement Commercial Contribution Supplier Negotiation Process Management What is needed for the role CIPS Qualified Hands-on category management, negotiating and presentational skills. RFP/Sourcing Event management. more »

Job Summary: Reporting to the Global Procurement Director Indirect, the Global Category Manager Indirect will deliver value to gategroup through procurement initiatives and processes within the indicated indirect sourcing categories. The position is responsible, within assigned categories, for developing and executing global category strategies, managing global vendor … closely with regional procurement teams the role will drive global strategy implementation and alignment across the regions and setting the best practice in given category portfolio. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Category Strategy Development: Develop and together with regional procurement implement comprehensive global category strategies for Temporary Labor … and supplier base within the regions Close alignment with other internal stakeholders, including HR, operations, and finance teams, to understand business requirements and align category strategies with overall organizational goals. Provide guidance, support and best practice to regions on temporary labor and professional services procurement. Cost Optimization: Define and more »