Category Manager

TN United Kingdom; Bridgwater; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An industry-leading specialty chemicals manufacturer is seeking an experienced Category Manager to enhance their procurement strategy. This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a dynamic team managing both direct and indirect categories, ensuring cost savings and quality while fostering long-term supplier relationships. The company is committed to your professional growth and offers a hybrid work model, allowing for flexibility. Join a stable and growing organization that values your contributions and invests in your development.

Benefits

Full medical benefits

Competitive wages

Hybrid work model (3 days in the office/week)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Procurement/Sourcing/Category Management.
• Experience in chemicals or electronics industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead category strategy development and supplier management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align with business priorities.

Skills

Procurement Management

Supplier Management

Cost Savings

Contract Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SAP

ERP Systems

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An industry leading specialty chemicals manufacturer is looking to bring on an experienced Category Manager to support their organization's procurement strategy. This position would sit within a team that covers both direct and indirect categories for the organization - so experience in either is valued - and if you hold experience in both, that would be preferred! This is a great opportunity to join a stable and growing company, that is also invested in your own development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead category strategy development and supplier management for designated categories and projects.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align with strategic direction and business priorities.
• Ensure cost savings, quality, and adherence to contracts.
• Benchmark costs and build long-term supplier relationships.
• Oversee contract compliance and issue resolution.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of Procurement/Sourcing/Category Management experience
• Proven experience in chemicals or electronics industries is preferred
• ERP system experience, SAP preferred
• Competitive wages
• Full medical benefits
• Hybrid work model (3 days in the office/week)