5 of 5 Permanent Category Manager Jobs in Manchester

Senior Category Manager - Technology £73,000 to £75,000 plus great benefits including £6,000 car allowance and OTE bonus (Work Level 4) Manchester city centre, hybrid working. For this role you'll be expected to come into the office at least one day per week, usually Tuesday, sometimes two dependent on business needs. We're looking for … a Senior Category Manager to join us and drive the technology procurement strategy for Co-op's Network, Hardware support & specific Software categories. In this role, you'll work cross-functionally with key partners across the Co-op as well as some of the largest technology companies in the world. We'll look to you to act as … You'll also collaborate with major technology suppliers • Own a significant portfolio of technology categories across the technology business, taking responsibility for the end-to-end management of this category involving leading the development and implementation of category planning, strategic sourcing and supplier management • Develop and implement the commercial approaches for a number of major project initiatives for More ❯

What's the role? As Category Manager, you will be responsible for managing all indirect procurement activities, with a specific focus on Marketing, HR Services, IT, Consulting and Operating Supplies categories. You will play a pivotal role in driving cost efficiencies, ensuring supplier performance, and delivering best-in-class service to internal stakeholders. In addition, you will be … Bachelor's degree in any field Previous procurement experience, ideally with indirect categories and services Strong negotiation, contract management and supplier performance management skills Ability to develop and implement category strategies that drive value creation for the organization Proficiency in procurement tools (e.g., SAP, Coupa) and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) is essential Detail-oriented problem-solving skills More ❯

team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration. About the Role The Procurement Category Manager (Technology) is an integral part of Latham's Accounting and Finance team.This role will be responsible for working as a senior member of a team to procure … for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence. Responsibilities & Qualifications Other key responsibilities include: Acting as the lead Procurement professional for the Technology category in a strategic and supportive manner to purchase required products and services Using a consultative approach and expertise to conduct strategic sourcing events, including collecting, analysing, and presenting data … management across the organisation Partnering with the business in contract and price negotiations, including reviewing business terms, Service Level Agreements, Statements of Work, etc. Facilitating a collaborative approach to Category Management, including but not limited to category spend analytics, multi-year strategic sourcing roadmaps, and acquiring and educating the enterprise on markets, suppliers, and trends Working collaboratively with More ❯

A global organisation with a strong footprint in technology and innovation is seeking an experienced IT Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management across a diverse portfolio of IT spend. This is a high-impact role offering exposure to global stakeholders, complex procurement challenges, and transformation initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute global sourcing strategies across … with business goals. Drive innovation, cost optimisation, and supplier performance through strategic partnerships. Support digital transformation and procurement excellence initiatives across the group. Ideal Candidate: Proven experience in IT category management within a global or complex organisation. Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills. Familiarity with procurement systems (e.g. SAP, Ariba, Coupa) and data-driven decision-making. Excellent stakeholder engagement More ❯

A global organisation with a strong footprint in technology and innovation is seeking an experienced IT Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management across a diverse portfolio of IT spend. This is a high-impact role offering exposure to global stakeholders, complex procurement challenges, and transformation initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute global sourcing strategies across … with business goals. Drive innovation, cost optimisation, and supplier performance through strategic partnerships. Support digital transformation and procurement excellence initiatives across the group. ?? Ideal Candidate: Proven experience in IT category management within a global or complex organisation. Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills. Familiarity with procurement systems (e.g. SAP, Ariba, Coupa) and data-driven decision-making. Excellent stakeholder engagement More ❯