23 of 23 Category Manager Jobs in the UK excluding London

Category Manager Location: Birmingham - Hybrid Salary: £55,000 + £6,000 Car Allowance + Benefits About the Role An industry-leading manufacturer is looking to appoint an experienced Category Manager to lead the sourcing and management of key indirect spend categories, including IT, HR, Professional Services … creation while supporting the wider business through strategic sourcing initiatives. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will lead end-to-end procurement activities, develop category strategies, manage complex tenders, and build long-term supplier partnerships that deliver commercial and operational benefits. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement procurement strategies across ...

Interim Category Manager – Net Zero Technology, Metering & Heating Appliances Procurement Contract | Hybrid | 6 Months A leading UK energy organisation is seeking experienced Interim Category Managers to support procurement activity across critical Net Zero technology and energy transition categories. This is an opportunity to join a high-performing … services Meter data services Technical supplier management Heating Appliances Heating technology procurement Appliance supply chains Installation and service providers Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end category management activities Develop sourcing strategies and run tenders Manage supplier relationships and commercial negotiations Deliver cost savings and value improvements Work closely with technical ...

Interim Category Manager – Net Zero Technology, Metering & Heating Appliances Procurement Contract | Hybrid | 6 Months | Windsor A leading UK energy organisation is seeking experienced Interim Category Managers to support procurement activity across critical Net Zero technology and energy transition categories. This is an opportunity to join a high … services Meter data services Technical supplier management Heating Appliances Heating technology procurement Appliance supply chains Installation and service providers Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end category management activities Develop sourcing strategies and run tenders Manage supplier relationships and commercial negotiations Deliver cost savings and value improvements Work closely with technical ...

Senior Category Manager - Technology Location – Leeds/London/Dublin Hybrid - 2 days per week (Dublin only) Permanent The Procurement function in Flutter is responsible for the governance of external third party spend of over £6bn per annum across the various business units. To ensure a cohesive … ordinated approach to supplier spend management across the business, Flutter has a Group Category Management team led by the Director - Global Supplier Partnerships and Category Management. The Senior Category Manager in Technology is a strategic role within this team responsible for procurement, category planning, strategy ...

Category Manager Portsmouth, Hampshire | Permanent | Up to £66k per annum | Hybrid (2-3 days on-site per week) | Bonus + Excellent Pension Our client is looking for an experienced IT Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing and category management across their IT portfolio. … responsible for developing category strategies, managing key supplier relationships, and delivering commercial value through effective procurement and contract management. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven procurement professional to influence business decisions and drive continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities: Develop and continuously improve procurement best practices across ...

Indirect Category Manager - Manufacturing Derbyshire Competitive + Excellent Benefits A leading UK manufacturing business is seeking an Indirect Category Manager to take ownership of a diverse indirect spend portfolio across a complex, multi-site operation. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused procurement professional … looking to broaden their category management experience, influence senior stakeholders and develop their career within a business that actively invests in its people. Please note: We are also considering Supplier Relationship Managers . If your experience is more aligned to strategic supplier management than category management ...

Senior IT Sourcing Manager- Category/Procurement Manager - Infrastructure, Networks, Cloud, Data Centres Manchester Client Details A face paced well known organisation based in Manchester. Description We are seeking an experienced Senior IT Sourcing Manager to lead strategic sourcing and procurement activities across a critical Technology … This is a highly visible role providing commercial leadership across Infrastructure, Cloud, Connectivity, Data Centre and Network-related procurement activities. As Senior IT Sourcing Manager, you will: Lead strategic sourcing activities across Technology Infrastructure and Cloud categories. Develop and execute category strategies aligned to business and technology objectives. ...

supporting organizations in meeting/shaping their digital agendas? If you are an experienced procurement leader and would like to join our Digital & IT Category as a Principal Category Manager, then please apply! You will be responsible for several projects in our Infrastructure sub-team that will … which may vary depending on the business need. What you'll be doing: Provide leadership and management of a small team within the sub-category area providing support, coaching and direction to aid in their development Be responsible for leading a new Procurement Act ’23 procurement for Technology Enabled ...

supporting organisations in meeting/shaping their digital agendas? If you are an experienced procurement leader and would like to join our Digital & IT Category as a Principal Category Manager, then please apply! You will be responsible for several projects in our Infrastructure sub-team that will … which may vary depending on the business need. What you'll be doing: Provide leadership and management of a small team within the sub-category area providing support, coaching and direction to aid in their development Be responsible for leading a new Procurement Act 23 procurement for Technology Enabled ...

Role: Technology Category & Sourcing Manager Salary: Up to £70,000 – Depending on experience + £6,000 car allowance Location: Milton Keynes Hybrid working: Need to be in the office approximately 12 days per month Our client is undergoing an exciting transformation, evolving into a more technology-driven organisation … relationships and ensure the organisation can leverage external expertise to support future growth and business objectives. The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Technology Category & Sourcing Manager to be based in Milton Keynes operating within a hybrid working model. As a Technology Category & Sourcing Manager ...

Category Manager An established utilities provider is seeking a strategic and forward-thinking procurement professional to take ownership of its IT category. This role offers the opportunity to shape category strategy, deliver commercial value and support the evolution of IT services across a regulated environment. You will … lead end-to-end category management activity, identifying opportunities to drive efficiency, manage commercial risk and enhance supplier performance. Working closely with stakeholders, you will provide market insight and commercial expertise to inform sourcing decisions and long-term planning. This is a key position within the procurement function, playing ...

myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. About the role: Reporting to a Procurement Category Lead, you'll act as a trusted partner to the business in implementing the strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives for the Technology procurement category. … work with stakeholders within the Group Expense Management team and across the business to reduce cost and maximise value for the category in SJP. About you: This is an excellent opportunity for procurement professionals with experience in the Technology category who are looking to broaden their expertise, take ...

Senior Category Manager you'll oversee procurement strategies to ensure the smooth running of procurement operations. Based in Birmingham, this role is all about managing supplier relationships and delivering value for the business. Client Details A large, customer-focused organisation responsible for delivering essential public services across … broad operational network, requiring secure, reliable, and scalable technology solutions. Description Be the procurement expert for the assigned category, ensuring full delivery of the Category Plan and all related contracts. Lead procurement strategies with full stakeholder engagement, developing frameworks where needed and ensuring alignment with policies and processes. ...

Local Authority client based just outside of Liverpool are seeking an experienced IT Procurement Category Manager to lead and manage procurement activity across the IT and Technology category, ensuring the delivery of compliant, value-for-money procurement solutions that support organisational objectives. The role provides expert procurement … advice to senior stakeholders, manages complex and high-risk procurements, and drives the development and implementation of category strategies in line with the Procurement Act 2023, Contract Procedure Rules, and best practice. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end procurement and tendering activities for IT, Data and Technology. Develop ...

supporting organisations in meeting/shaping their digital agendas? If you are an experienced procurement leader and would like to join our Digital & IT Category as a Principal Category Manager, then please apply! You will be responsible for several projects in our Infrastructure sub-team that will ...

aligning this with the needs of the NHS and promoting increased digitisation and innovation across the NHS and wider public sector. As a Senior Category Manager (FTC) at NHS SBS you will also lead a high performing team and take on the sub-category responsibilities within … successful completion of all procurement activities; governance, stakeholder management, and go-live activities Providing leadership and support for the team alongside the Head of Category for Digital & IT Managing a portfolio of projects. Working closely with key stakeholders to influence procurement choice and drives savings and efficiencies and improve ...

first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive. Reporting to the Senior Procurement Manager, the Category Lead Manager (Comms) responsible for developing and achieving category strategies, managing product ranges, optimising pricing and promotions, and building … complex/non-complex categories Responsible for the evaluation of suppliers as part of supplier on-boarding process and implementation of iProcurement strategy category code management in line with Category strategy Responsible for on-going supplier performance and supplier relationship management throughout the contract lifetime, including inputs ...

Alexander Lloyd are partnering with a leading organisation to recruit an experienced Category Manager - IT on a permanent basis. This is a fully remote role with occasional travel required. This is a fantastic opportunity for an IT procurement professional to take ownership of a diverse portfolio of technology … ensure procurement delivers maximum value and supports business objectives. About You Proven experience in IT and/or indirect procurement. Strong knowledge of category management and strategic sourcing. Experience leading complex commercial negotiations and managing contracts. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills. Strong analytical and project management capabilities. CIPS ...

Your new company We're looking for an experienced and commercially driven procurement professional to take ownership of a high-impact IT category within a forward-thinking organisation delivering essential services.This is an opportunity to shape sourcing strategy, influence senior stakeholders, and drive measurable value across a complex supplier … innovation, efficiency, and long-term commercial benefit. Your new role You will lead the full sourcing life cycle for IT spend, developing and delivering category strategies that balance value creation, cost optimisation, and risk management. Working closely with business leaders, you'll influence demand, drive smarter buying practices ...

Would you be excited to play a key role in the delivery of a framework agreement at the cutting edge of Artificial Intelligence technology? If so and you have experience managing public sector agreements, ideally ...

Would you be excited to play a key role in the delivery of a framework agreement at the cutting edge of Artificial Intelligence technology? If so and you have experience managing public sector agreements, ideally ...

Would you be excited to play a key role in the delivery of a framework agreement at the cutting edge of Artificial Intelligence technology? If so and you have experience managing public sector agreements, ideally ...

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