Category Manager

Your new company We''re partnering withan innovative manufacturing business in Plymouth to recruit multiple CategoryLeads as part of their evolving and expanding Procurement function. As the teamenters a new phase of growth and maturity, this is a unique greenfield opportunityto take ownership of category management and shape strategy from the ground up. Your new role Reporting directly tothe Head of Category Management, you''ll oversee an annual spend of £30-50Macross various direct commodities, potentially including electrics, metals,fluids, consumables, and more. You''ll aim to deliverstrategic value through the execution of category plans, end-to-end procurementprocesses, and proactive supplier management.Your responsibilities will include:Manage a set of direct commodities with an annual spend up to £50mDesign and deliver category strategy within your commodities and presenting this back to your stakeholder groupsWork closely with the wider Procurement team and Head of Category Management to ensure an aligned approach to sourcing and category activitiesSourcing new domestic and international suppliers through market engagement, RFPs andamp; RFQsNegotiating strategic, large scale contracts to achieve significant annual cost savingsManaging supplier relationships by building and developing strong relationships, setting up KPIs, scorecards and business reviewsWork closely with internal stakeholders such as Engineering, Supply Chain andamp; ProductionWhat you''ll need to ..... full job details .....