Category Manager

Michael Page; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A housing association in London or Manchester is seeking an experienced Category Manager for a 12-month maternity cover. The candidate will develop and implement category strategies for indirect corporate spend, analyze spend data, and ensure compliance with procurement legislation. The position offers a competitive salary between £45,000 and £55,000 per annum, with opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

1-2 days on-site work

Qualifications

• Proven experience in end-to-end procurement within indirect categories.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex spend data.
• Ideally from a public sector or broad procurement background.
• Familiarity with UK procurement regulations and certified practitioner status.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies for indirect corporate spend.
• Analyse spend data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Lead end-to-end procurement processes in line with compliance requirements.
• Deliver savings and value through strategic sourcing and supplier management.
• Ensure adherence to relevant legislation including Procurement Act 2023.

Skills

End-to-end procurement experience

Strong analytical skills

Interpretation of complex spend data

Knowledge of UK procurement regulations

Job description

We're looking for an experienced Category Manager to join a housing association based in London or Manchester. This role is a 12-month maternity cover contract, reporting to the Category Lead, you'll play a key role in shaping and delivering category strategies across a diverse range of indirect corporate spend areas including HR, Sales, Marketing, Finance, Insurance, and Training.

Client Details

This organisation is a medium-sized entity operating within the housing sector. They focus on delivering high-quality services and products to their customers while maintaining strong supplier partnerships.

Description

• Develop and implement category strategies for indirect corporate spend.
• Analyse spend data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Lead end-to-end procurement processes in line with compliance requirements.
• Deliver savings and value through strategic sourcing and supplier management.
• Ensure adherence to relevant legislation including Procurement Act 2023 and PCR 2015.

Profile

A successful Category Manager should have:

• Proven experience in end-to-end procurement within indirect categories.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex spend data.
• Ideally from a public sector or broad procurement background.
• Familiarity with UK procurement regulations and certified practitioner status.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from 45,000 to 55,000 per annum.
• Opportunities to work within a respected housing association.
• 1-2 days per week on-site.
• London, Stratford or Manchester based.
• Potential for career development and growth within the company.