Category Manager

Austin Fraser; Bar Hill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established manufacturing business is seeking a dynamic Category Manager to join their innovative team. This role offers the opportunity to shape procurement strategies and enhance supply chain processes while collaborating closely with new product development teams. With a focus on electromechanical engineering products, you will leverage your strong negotiation skills and manufacturing expertise to manage high-budget portfolios and engage with Tier 1 suppliers. The company promotes a flexible working environment, allowing for a balance between office and remote work. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking organization, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

8% pension scheme

4x salary life insurance

Discretionary bonus

Optional private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Strong contract negotiation skills and experience in electromechanical engineering.
• Proven track record in managing high budget portfolios and dealing with Tier 1 suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement strategy in procurement/supply chain processes.
• Collaborate with NPD to support new technology initiatives.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Electromechanical engineering

Supplier management

Manufacturing background

Budget management

Job description

Category Manager for an established manufacturing business.

You can expect some generous perks such as an 8% pension scheme, 4x salary life insurance, discretionary bonus as well as an optional private medical insurance plan.

Working for this business, you can expect to be part of a new team to create and implement strategy into the current procurement/supply chain process. You will be working closely alongside NPD to support the new technology this company is focusing on.

Once settled in after your first few months, this role is able to offer much more flexible working from home.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Strong contract negotiation skills
2. Experienced in electromechanical engineering products
3. Experience in dealing with Tier 1 suppliers
4. Manufacturing background with knowledge in technical products
5. Experience in managing high budget portfolios

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