Group Procurement Category Manager

Your new company Hays are partnering with a successful and growing organisation to recruit a Group Procurement Category Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to join a dynamic team and play a key role in driving procurement strategy, supplier performance, and cost-saving initiatives across the business.Your new role You will be responsible for developing and delivering category strategies, managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and identifying opportunities to reduce costs and improve value. Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you will lead sourcing projects, monitor market trends, manage supplier risk, and support sustainability objectives. You will also provide support and guidance to a Procurement Graduate.What you''ll need to succeed Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement or a related disciplineProcurement experience within manufacturing, FMCG, food production, or retailStrong supplier management and contract negotiation experienceExperience developing category and sourcing strategiesExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsStrong commercial awareness and analytical abilitiesGood IT and reporting skillsPrevious mentoring or people management experience is desirableWhat you''ll get in return Hybrid working (2 days from home)Competitive salary and benefits packageCareer development opportunitiesExposure to strategic procurement projectsSupportive and collaborative ..... full job details .....