Category Manager

The role oversees end-to-end category management within a technical manufacturing environment, developing sourcing strategies, managing key suppliers, and driving cost optimisation. It combines strategic planning with hands-on procurement activity, partnering closely with cross-functional teams to improve performance and support business growth. Client Details Our client is an established manufacturing business known for its strong technical capability and commitment to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement. Operating in a regulated, engineering-led environment, they combine robust production processes with a forward-thinking approach to category strategy, supplier development, and operational excellence. Description Your key responsibilities as Category Manager will be: Category Strategy and Governance Develop, own, and execute multi-year category strategies aligned with business objectives.Lead category planning including cost roadmaps, technology development, and supplier capability assessments.Segment suppliers into strategic, preferred, development, and exit paths.Ensure category strategies support sustainability and ESG targets, including net-zero ambitions. Sourcing and Commercial Management Lead major sourcing events, competitive tenders, and complex negotiations.Develop cost models, should-cost analysis and long-term cost-down plans.Manage and negotiate long-term agreements for high-value or high-volume components.Ensure commercial terms, pricing ..... full job details .....