Procurement Category Manager
We are seeking a forward-thinking and commercially driven Procurement Category Manager to take ownership of our Direct Materials category.
* Develop and own the category strategy for Direct Materials, aligned to business objectives, market dynamics, and long-term goals.
* Conduct in-depth spend and market analysis to identify opportunities for cost savings, innovation, and risk mitigation.
* Lead the end-to-end supplier lifecycle, including sourcing, onboarding, performance management, development, and, where needed, exit strategies.
* Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships to ensure consistent quality, service, and innovation.
* Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, and Global Procurement.
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About You
To be successful in this role, you will require:
* A minimum of 5 years' procurement experience, ideally within the FMCG, manufacturing, or related sectors.
* Proven expertise in managing Direct Materials categories (e.g. ingredients, packaging, raw inputs).
* Demonstrated experience in developing and executing category strategies.
* Strong understanding of supplier relationship and lifecycle management.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and influencing skills.
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The ideal candidate will have a degree-qualified background in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline (CIPS certification is an advantage) and a commercial acumen that enables them to deliver value across the entire supply chain.
This role offers a unique opportunity for a talented professional to make a significant impact on the success of our business.