Category Manager

Location; Warwick (Hybrid Working) Are you an experienced Category Manager looking for the opportunity to influence procurement strategy across a large-scale national operation? We are working with a leading business operating within a highly regulated distribution and logistics environment, supporting critical supply chains across the UK. Due to continued growth and investment within the procurement function, we are looking to recruit a Category Manager Operations to join the team on a hybrid basis. Reporting to the Head of Procurement, this is a high-profile role responsible for managing approximately £60 million of operational spend across categories including fleet, fuel, facilities management, final mile delivery, drivers and capital expenditure projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering cost savings, supplier performance improvements and strategic procurement initiatives across the business. This role would suit an experienced Category Manager who enjoys building relationships with senior stakeholders, challenging existing ways of working and delivering measurable commercial value through strategic sourcing and supplier management. Responsibilities of a Category Manager Operations: Develop and deliver category strategies aligned to business objectives and operational requirements Manage operational spend categories including fleet, fuel, facilities management, logistics and capital projects Lead tender processes, supplier negotiations ..... full job details .....