Category Manager (Assets)

Category Manager - Operations and Asset ManagementLocation: Durrington, West Sussex (Hybrid - 2 Days per Week in the Office)Salary: Circa 55,000- 60,000 + Benefits Are you an experienced procurement professional looking to take ownership of complex sourcing projects within a highly regulated and asset-intensive environment? Our leading utilities client is seeking a Category Manager - Operations and Asset Management to join its Category and Sourcing team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead strategic procurement activity across a diverse portfolio of operational and asset-related spend, helping to deliver commercial value and support critical business operations. Working closely with operational and engineering stakeholders, you''ll be responsible for managing a substantial pipeline of procurement projects and driving sourcing strategies that support the organisation''s long-term objectives. The RoleAs Category Manager, you''ll lead end-to-end procurement activity across a broad range of operational and asset management categories. You will be expected to work independently, managing multiple projects simultaneously while delivering robust commercial outcomes.Key categories include:Operational AssetsMaintenance ContractsEquipment SupplyHire AgreementsHire Purchase ArrangementsOperational Service Contracts Key ResponsibilitiesLead strategic sourcing and procurement projects from inception through to contract award.Develop and implement category strategies aligned to ..... full job details .....