Assistant Category Manager

Michael Page (UK); Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organization in Manchester seeks an Assistant Category Manager to manage procurement activities. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in procurement and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include overseeing category management, analyzing data, and engaging with suppliers. The role offers a competitive salary between £35,000 and £43,000, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Excellent company pension

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, supply chain, or category management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills for supplier engagement.
• Proficiency in using procurement tools and software.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Knowledge of sourcing and contract negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Own some smaller categories end-to-end with stakeholder engagement.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends and deliver value.
• Execute sourcing activities including tendering and selection.
• Support sourcing projects across the wider category.
• Facilitate key supplier meetings.

Skills

Procurement experience

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Knowledge of procurement processes

Tools

Procurement tools and software

Job description

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a well-established organisation who are based in Central Manchester and are known for their strong market presence and collaborative work environment. They focus on delivering quality products and services while fostering innovation within its procurement and supply chain operations.

Job Description

As Assistant Category Manager you will report into the Category Manager and be working within the HR & Professional Services Category!

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Own some of your smaller categories end-to-end, supporting with stakeholder and supplier engagement, planning, sourcing and supplier management.
• Analyse financial, supplier and market data to identify trends, delivering value, service improvements and commercial benefits.
• Execute sourcing activity in line with the category plan, including tendering, analysis, selection, negotiation and contracting with suppliers.
• Support sourcing projects across the wider category.
• Facilitate key supplier meetings.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Assistant Category Manager should have:

• Experience in procurement, supply chain, or category management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills for supplier and stakeholder engagement.
• Proficiency in using procurement tools and software.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, including sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiation.

What\'s on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £35,000 to £43,000 per annum depending on experience.
• Flexible working arrangements with 1-2 days on-site in Manchester city centre.
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative environment within a market leading organisation.
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Excellent company pension & wider benefits.
• Permanent, full-time position offering stability and career progression.