https://jobs.co.uk/job/category-buyer-hays-specialist-recruitment-limited--8e3c8a29-d08e-4f5c-8b6a-398670b8756f RSS feed for Category Buyer at Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited. en-gb Sun, 24 May 2026 17:21:46 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/category-buyer-hays-specialist-recruitment-limited--8e3c8a29-d08e-4f5c-8b6a-398670b8756f https://jobs.co.uk/job/category-buyer-hays-specialist-recruitment-limited--8e3c8a29-d08e-4f5c-8b6a-398670b8756f Wed, 20 May 2026 11:53:57 GMT Location: Scunthorpe | Salary: 10000-500000 Annual | Type: Permanent | Your new roleWe''re seeking a dynamic and commercially savvy Category Manager to join our growing procurement team. Based at the Scunthorpe site, you''ll take ownership of indirect procurement categories, driving value, innovation, and efficiency across the business.This is a fantastic opportunity to lead end-to-end procurement activities-from strategy development and supplier selection to contract negotiation and performance management.What You''ll Be DoingDevelop and implement category strategies for key indirect spend areas (e.g., professional services, IT, facilities, MRO).Lead sourcing initiatives and manage supplier relationships to deliver cost savings and service improvements.Collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders across operations, finance, and engineering.Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for innovation and risk mitigation.Ensure compliance with procurement policies and support continuous improvement initiatives.What you''ll need to succeedProven experience in indirect procurement within a manufacturing or industrial setting.Strong understanding of end-to-end procurement processes.Excellent negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skill... Permanent