Procurement Category Manager

2 months ago


Bolton, United Kingdom Warburtons Full time

Title: Procurement Category Manager

Function: Procurement Indirect

Location: North-West – Hybrid

Contract: 12 months fixed term 

Are you currently a Buyer or Category Manager in Procurement and ready for a new challenge? There is an opportunity to join our Indirect Procurement team, to shape new and existing categories, get involved with projects, initiatives and build your own career. Apply now to be a part of shaping the future of Procurement at Warburtons. 

The Recipe

Our Indirect Procurement Category Manager works alongside other Category Managers who report to the Senior Procurement Manager - Indirects, as part of our wider central Procurement Team and has a close working relationship with key internal stakeholders in centre and across the business.

In this role you will work closely with other functions to develop and deliver category plans for the relevant indirect services that drive value in materials and services pricing, supporting our quality, service and cost objectives whilst reducing supplier risk. This role will initially be managing the PPE, Office, and Travel categories, with opportunity to expand to other business services

Our Procurement team is leading the way by supporting our Centre Head Office and UK Site Operations teams with Category, Supplier and Contract Management. Leading by example, you’ll be driving change and influencing people through times of transformation and growth, it’s never been a better time to join us.

Essential Ingredients

A broad range of procurement experience as a Buyer / Category Manager Developing and implementing category strategies Adaptable style in changing environments, new categories and challenges  Project Management experience Proven track record of developing stakeholder relationships, and cross functional working Experience of Supplier Relationship and Contract Management Strong Analytical skills

Extra Dough

You will want to know what your bread is worth:

Competitive Base Salary and Benefits A slice of the annual profits Family time is important to us, and we know it will be to you, so you can purchase up to an extra week’s annual leave. Award winning company matched pension scheme. Private medical insurance and life assurance.  Products you will love along with deals and retail discounts for you and the family through our Extra Dough website. Continued investment in your personal development Fully stocked kitchens filled with our delicious products for you to enjoy with your daily brew  Support for your health and wellbeing, including access to free physiotherapy, 24/7 access to a confidential helpline for practical advice and a comprehensive occupational health service.

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