Procurement Category Expert

7 days ago


Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Anderson Knight Full time

Join Anderson Knight as we search for a highly skilled Category Manager to join our client's team in Renfrewshire, Scotland. The ideal candidate will have experience in procurement and supply chain management, with a strong analytical mind and excellent communication skills.

Main Job Duties
  • Analysis of market trends, supplier performance, and spend data to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
  • Leadership of the sourcing process, from supplier identification and selection to negotiation and contract management.
  • Built and maintenance of strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, and innovation.
  • Regular review and monitoring of supplier performance, with prompt issue resolution.

We estimate the salary for this role to be around £55,000 - £75,000 per annum, depending on experience. Our client also offers a competitive benefits package, including a pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement.



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