Current jobs related to Procurement Category Manager - Manchester - Cedar


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Full time

    IT Procurement Manager - FTSE100 FMCGSalary: £70-80,000 + bonus and packageLocation: Hybrid options with offices Nationwide (London, Birmingham, Manchester, and more)As a leading £Multi-Billion FTSE-100 FMCG company, we are investing heavily in our procurement function, driving innovation, and maintaining our position at the forefront of the industry. With...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Full time

    IT Procurement Manager - FTSE100 FMCGSalary: £70-80,000 + bonus and packageLocation: Hybrid options with offices Nationwide (London, Birmingham, Manchester, and more)As a leading £Multi-Billion FTSE-100 FMCG company, we are investing heavily in our procurement function, driving innovation, and maintaining our position at the forefront of the industry. With...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom supplychainonline.co - Jobboard Full time

    IT Procurement Manager - FTSE100 FMCGSalary: £70-80,000 + bonus and packageAre you a seasoned IT procurement professional looking to drive innovation and growth in a leading FTSE-100 FMCG company? We're seeking an experienced IT Procurement Manager to take ownership of key technology-related spend categories, including software, hardware, cloud services,...


  • Manchester, New Hampshire, United Kingdom Bramwith Consulting Full time

    Procurement Category Manager - Engineering ServicesBramwith Consulting is seeking a highly skilled Procurement Category Manager to join their Strategic Procurement Hub in Manchester. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for creating and implementing category strategies for key spend areas, developing senior stakeholder relationships, and...


  • Manchester, New Hampshire, United Kingdom Bramwith Consulting Full time

    Procurement Category Manager - Engineering ServicesBramwith Consulting is seeking a highly skilled Procurement Category Manager to join their Strategic Procurement Hub in Manchester. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for creating and implementing category strategies for key spend areas, developing senior stakeholder relationships, and...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom supplychainonline.co - Jobboard Full time

    IT Procurement Manager - FTSE100 FMCGSalary: £70-80,000 + bonus and packageLocation: Hybrid options with offices Nationwide (London, Birmingham, Manchester, and more)As a leading £Multi-Billion FTSE-100 FMCG company, we're investing heavily in our procurement function, driving innovation, and maintaining our position at the forefront of the industry. With...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom SD Worx Full time

    Procurement Category Manager OpportunitySD Worx, a leading European provider of Payroll & HR services, is seeking a skilled Procurement Category Manager to join their team for a 12-month period. The successful candidate will be based in either the UK or Spain and will be responsible for driving the development and implementation of procurement strategies for...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom SD Worx Full time

    {"title": "Procurement Category Manager", "description": "Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Procurement Category Manager to join our team at SD Worx. As a key member of our Corporate Procurement organization, you will drive the development and implementation of procurement strategies for goods and services across multiple business units and support...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom SD Worx Full time

    {"title": "Procurement Category Manager", "description": "Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Procurement Category Manager to join our team at SD Worx. As a key member of our Corporate Procurement organization, you will drive the development and implementation of procurement strategies for goods and services across multiple business units and support...

  • Procurement Manager

    1 month ago


    Manchester, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    The Procurement Manager you will look after multiple categories and ensure the smooth running of the procurement and supply chain department. You will manage end to end procurement's including contracts and ensure compliance within the public sector. Client Details The organisation is a leading force within the public sector, operating in Manchester....


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Full time

    Join a prestigious Magic Circle firm as a key player in their IT innovation journey. As a Senior IT Category Manager, you will drive the procurement lifecycle for IT hardware, software licensing, and related services. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives that support the firm's ambitious goals for IT...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom SD Worx Full time

    Procurement Category ManagerSD Worx is a leading European provider of Payroll & HR services with a global reach. Our goal is to bring people solutions to life, enabling companies of any size to turn Human Resources into a source of value for the business and its people. We offer a dynamic environment with flexible working hours and the opportunity to work...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom SD Worx Full time

    Procurement Category ManagerSD Worx is a leading European provider of Payroll & HR services with a global reach. Our goal is to bring people solutions to life, enabling companies of any size to turn Human Resources into a source of value for the business and its people. We offer a dynamic environment with flexible working hours and the opportunity to work...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom SD Worx Full time

    Procurement Category ManagerSD Worx is a leading European provider of Payroll & HR services with a global reach. We strive to bring people solutions to life, enabling companies of any size to turn Human Resources into a source of value for the business and its people. Our people solutions span the entire employee journey, from getting people paid to...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom SD Worx Full time

    Procurement Category ManagerSD Worx is a leading European provider of Payroll & HR services with a global reach. We strive to bring people solutions to life, enabling companies of any size to turn Human Resources into a source of value for the business and its people. Our people solutions span the entire employee journey, from getting people paid to...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Michael Page (UK) Full time

    Procurement Category LeadMichael Page (UK) is seeking a skilled Procurement Category Lead to join their team in Manchester. As a key member of the procurement team, you will be responsible for leading procurement activities across multiple categories, developing and implementing procurement strategies, and ensuring compliance with public sector procurement...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom N Brown Full time

    Procurement Category Lead RoleAvoiding waste and achieving best value in the sourcing and procurement of third-party services is crucial to the success of any business. As a Procurement Category Lead at N Brown, you will be responsible for developing and implementing category strategies to optimize the sourcing, buying, and management of third-party services...

  • Procurement Manager

    4 weeks ago


    Manchester, United Kingdom Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Full time

    Procurement Manager OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join our Contracting Team at Crescent Purchasing Consortium (CPC). As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for overseeing the production of purchasing agreements and delivering the whole procurement cycle across the People category.Key ResponsibilitiesManage the...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Sopra Steria Full time

    Join Our Healthcare Team as a Category ManagerWe are seeking a skilled Category Manager to join our healthcare team, supporting several exciting projects. As a Category Manager, you will lead a delegated category portfolio, implementing strategic sourcing and partner management, lowering costs, and delivering savings targets.Key Responsibilities:Provide...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Sopra Steria Full time

    Join Our Healthcare Team as a Category ManagerWe are seeking a skilled Category Manager to join our healthcare team, supporting several exciting projects. As a Category Manager, you will lead a delegated category portfolio, implementing strategic sourcing and partner management, lowering costs, and delivering savings targets.Key Responsibilities:Provide...

Procurement Category Manager

2 months ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Cedar Full time
Job Title: Procurement Category Manager

Cedar is seeking a skilled Procurement Category Manager to join our team. As a key member of our procurement function, you will play a pivotal role in managing supplier relationships and driving contract performance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Category Strategy Development: Develop and implement category sourcing strategies that align with business needs, focusing on value optimisation and continuous service improvement.
  • Supplier Relationship Management: Identify, evaluate, and manage suppliers, fostering strong partnerships that deliver high-quality service and cost-effective solutions.
  • Contract Management: Lead contract negotiations to secure advantageous terms and ensure compliance with company procurement policies. Continuously monitor and improve supplier performance through KPIs and SLAs.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders, including finance, operations, and legal teams, to ensure alignment of sourcing strategies with broader business objectives.
  • Process Improvement: Continuously assess and enhance sourcing processes, implementing best practices and leveraging digital tools for efficiency and transparency.
  • Risk Management: Identify and mitigate sourcing-related risks, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards.

Ideal Candidate Experience:

To succeed in this role, the ideal candidate will have:

  • Proven Procurement Expertise: 3-5 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management, with a strong track record in managing multiple categories.
  • Strong Stakeholder Engagement: Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Contract Negotiation Skills: Demonstrated success in negotiating contracts, reducing costs, and improving service partner relationships.
  • Analytical and Problem-solving Abilities: Strong capability to analyse data, identify trends, and make informed, data-driven decisions.
  • Project Management Skills: Well-organised and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, setting priorities and meeting deadlines.
  • Continuous Improvement Mindset: A commitment to driving innovation and operational excellence within procurement processes.

Desired Skills and Experience: category management, indirect procurement, business partnering, stakeholder engagement, supplier relationship management, contract management, team management