Category Manager

Building materials supply MandE Purchasing strategy leadership Leeds - Site based circa 60,000Are you an experienced procurement professional looking to make a significant impact within a family-owned business? We are seeking a commercially focused Category Manager to lead purchasing strategy, supplier performance and cost optimisation across the organisation.Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you will take ownership of purchasing and cost estimating activities, ensuring stock availability, driving supplier excellence and delivering measurable commercial value.Key responsibilities:Develop and implement purchasing strategies that support business growth and operational objectivesLead, mentor and develop a high-performing purchasing teamNegotiate contracts, pricing and commercial agreements with key suppliersBuild and maintain strategic supplier relationships while driving performance improvementsMonitor market trends, risks and opportunities to support informed purchasing decisionsEnsure the timely procurement of goods and services to meet business demandsManage procurement budgets and deliver cost-saving initiativesCollaborate closely with Operations, Finance, Logistics and Product Development teamsIdentify and introduce new suppliers, products and supply chain solutionsDrive continuous improvement across purchasing processes, policies and proceduresAbout you:Commercially astute with excellent analytical and financial skillsExperience using procurement software ..... full job details .....