Category Manager

Category Manager Cambridge Hybrid Working (2 Days Office-Based) 36,000 - 42,000 + Excellent Benefits Are you looking to take the next step in your procurement career? We''re working with a highly respected organisation seeking a Category Manager to join their Procurement team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with procurement experience who wants to gain broader exposure to sourcing, supplier management, stakeholder engagement and contract negotiations across a diverse range of spend categories. This role would suit an ambitious Procurement Officer, Procurement Specialist, Assistant Category Manager or Junior Category Manager looking to develop their career within a collaborative and supportive environment. The Role As a Category Manager, you''ll work closely with stakeholders across the organisation to deliver procurement projects, manage sourcing activities and support the delivery of value-driven purchasing decisions. Key responsibilities include:Managing sourcing and tendering activities from initial requirement through to contract awardSupporting supplier selection, evaluation and onboarding processesBuilding strong relationships with internal stakeholders to understand procurement requirementsAssisting with supplier negotiations and contract discussionsConducting market research and supplier analysisEnsuring procurement activities are compliant with internal policies and proceduresSupporting supplier performance reviews and risk assessmentsProviding ..... full job details .....