Category Manager - Operations Strategy (Hybrid, 10% Bonus)

Maintech Recruitment; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 46,800 - 57,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to GBP52,000

10% annual bonus scheme

Hybrid working arrangement

Career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Maintech Recruitment is seeking a Category Manager Operations to influence procurement strategy across a large national operation. This hybrid role involves managing approximately GBP60 million of spend across categories including fleet and logistics while building relationships with senior stakeholders.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering cost savings and driving strategic procurement initiatives, thus playing a key role in the organization's success. Excellent negotiation skills and stakeholder engagement abilities are essential, along with a strong background in category management.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Category Management within operational spend categories.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver category strategies aligned to business objectives.
• Manage operational spend categories including fleet and logistics.
• Lead tender processes and supplier negotiations.

Skills

Category Management experience

Commercial negotiation

Supplier management

Stakeholder engagement

Financial and analytical skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Education

MCIPS qualified or working towards MCIPS

Job description

Maintech Recruitment is seeking a Category Manager Operations to influence procurement strategy across a large national operation. This hybrid role involves managing approximately GBP60 million of spend across categories including fleet and logistics while building relationships with senior stakeholders.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering cost savings and driving strategic procurement initiatives, thus playing a key role in the organization's success. Excellent negotiation skills and stakeholder engagement abilities are essential, along with a strong background in category management.