Category Manager

HILTI GREAT BRITAIN; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction innovation company based in the United Kingdom is looking for a Category Manager to oversee indirect procurement activities. The successful candidate will manage sourcing strategies across various categories including HR, Marketing, and IT, ensuring cost efficiencies and supplier performance. This role requires strong negotiation skills and a collaborative mindset to deliver best-in-class service to internal stakeholders, fostering innovation and effective supplier relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience in indirect procurement, especially in HR, Marketing, or IT.
• Proven track record in cost savings and supplier management.
• Ability to lead projects in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing strategies for indirect categories.
• Deliver value through cost savings and innovation.
• Manage end-to-end sourcing including supplier selection and negotiation.

Skills

Sourcing strategies

Cost savings

Negotiation

Collaboration

Job description

Why Hilti

Hilti is a global leader in construction innovation, with more than 34,000 team members across 120 countries. Guided by our purpose, Making Construction Better, we are driven to keep learning, growing, and finding new ways to make a lasting impact. Here, you’ll be empowered to use your strengths, work with a global and inclusive team, and take on meaningful challenges. At Hilti, you’ll have the chance to make your ideas, achievements, and growth real through purpose, passion, and teamwork.

The Role

As Category Manager, you will be responsible for managing all indirect procurement activities, with a specific focus on Marketing, HR Services, IT, Consulting, and Operating Supplies categories. You will play a pivotal role in driving cost efficiencies, ensuring supplier performance, and delivering best-in-class service to internal stakeholders. In addition, you will be leading projects and fostering a high‑performing, collaborative environment.

What You’ll Do

• Lead sourcing strategies for indirect categories (e.g., HR, Marketing, IT)
• Deliver value through cost savings, innovation, and risk mitigation
• Manage end‑to‑end sourcing (RFPs, supplier selection, negotiation)

Maintain and improve supplier relationships and perform…