Category Manager: Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Excellence

VanRath; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Category Manager to join a dynamic company in Belfast. This role offers the chance to drive procurement excellence across multiple product categories. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Business or related field, possess over 4 years of experience in procurement, and showcase strong negotiation skills. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a hybrid working model (80% office / 20% home). Excellent opportunities for career progression are also available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave

Professional development

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• 4+ years' experience in procurement or category management.
• Proven negotiation, supplier management, and cost-optimisation skills.
• Strong analytical mindset with experience using procurement or data tools.
• CIPS qualification (or working towards) is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing and tendering processes.
• Build and manage supplier relationships to maximise performance.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvement.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier management

Cost optimisation

Analytical mindset

Education

Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or similar

Tools

Nav

Qliksense

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Category Manager to join a dynamic company in Belfast. This role offers the chance to drive procurement excellence across multiple product categories. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Business or related field, possess over 4 years of experience in procurement, and showcase strong negotiation skills. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a hybrid working model (80% office / 20% home). Excellent opportunities for career progression are also available.