Group Category Manager

Briggs Industrial Solutions; Cannock; In loco; GBP 70.000 - 95.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Company Vehicle

Management bonus

Pension scheme (up to 6% employer)

Profit Sharing Bonus Scheme

Health and eyecare benefits

Employee discounts

Descrizione del lavoro

Briggs Equipment UK Ltd is seeking a Group Category Manager in Cannock to lead the development and execution of group-wide category strategies, delivering sustainable cost savings and ensuring alignment with ESG commitments.

You will drive strategic sourcing, supplier optimisation, and contract management, while working with stakeholders across the group to strengthen governance and drive measurable commercial improvements.

Competenze

• Proven track record of developing and implementing category strategies within complex, multi-site organisations.
• Highly effective at influencing and challenging stakeholders at all levels, driving informed commercial decision-making.
• Demonstrated history of delivering significant cost savings, cost avoidance, and value creation through strategic sourcing.
• Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and contract management expertise.
• Advanced analytical and commercial capability, with spend analysis, TCO modelling, benchmarking and data-driven decisions.

Mansioni

• Develop, own and execute category strategies across assigned spend areas, aligning with Group objectives and procurement priorities.
• Lead complex sourcing projects and negotiations to secure competitive supplier agreements and value for the Group.
• Own the end-to-end contract lifecycle with governance, SLAs, KPIs and risk controls.
• Champion ESG and responsible sourcing, embedding sustainability in procurement decisions.
• Utilise procurement systems and data analytics to enhance sourcing and supplier performance management.
• Drive continuous improvement of procurement policies and governance frameworks across the Group.

Descrizione del lavoro

he Opportunity: Group Category Manager

Contract: Permanent

Location: Cannock

The Briggs Equipment Group is a leading provider of asset management and maintenance solutions across the UK and Ireland. If you don’t feel like you meet all of the role criteria outlined below please don’t let that discourage you from applying.

As Group Category Manager, I will lead the development and execution of Group-wide category strategies that deliver sustainable cost savings, ensuring procurement activities are aligned with business objectives, risk management priorities, and ESG commitments. I will drive sustainable value through strategic sourcing, supplier optimisation, supplier relationship management, commercial optimisation, and the identification of innovative solutions that support long‑term business success. Through robust contract management, performance frameworks, and effective stakeholder engagement, I will strengthen governance, enhance compliance, and deliver measurable commercial and operational improvements across the organisation.

The Impact you will have:

• Develop, own and execute category strategies across assigned spend areas, ensuring alignment with Group objectives, operational requirements, risk appetite, and procurement priorities.
• Deliver measurable commercial value through agreed cost reduction, cost avoidance, and value creation initiatives, leveraging strategic sourcing, demand management, and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) methodologies.
• Build trusted relationships with key stakeholders across the Group, influencing decision‑making, challenging requirements where appropriate, and driving adoption of procurement strategies and best practice.
• Lead complex sourcing projects and commercial negotiations, securing competitive, sustainable, and risk‑managed supplier agreements that maximise value from Group purchasing activity.
• Own the end‑to‑end contract lifecycle, ensuring robust commercial governance through effective contract management, service level agreements (SLAs), performance measures (KPIs), and risk controls.
• Ensure full compliance with procurement policies, regulatory requirements, competition law, ethical sourcing standards, and Group governance frameworks.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate supplier risks, including financial, operational, cyber security, sustainability, and reputational risks, to protect business continuity and supply resilience.
• Champion ESG and responsible sourcing principles, embedding sustainability considerations into procurement decisions and supporting the Group’s environmental, social, and governance objectives.
• Conduct market analysis, supplier benchmarking, and innovation reviews to identify emerging trends, unlock efficiencies, and create competitive advantage across assigned categories.
• Utilise procurement systems, digital tools, and data analytics to enhance sourcing effectiveness, improve supplier performance management, and support evidence‑based decision‑making.
• Drive continuous improvement of procurement policies, processes, and governance frameworks, ensuring consistency, compliance, and operational excellence across the Group.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Assistant Category Manager, fostering a high‑performance culture, building procurement capability, and ensuring successful delivery of category objectives and strategic initiatives.

What will help you to excel in this role:

• Proven track record of developing and implementing category strategies within complex, multi‑site organisations, delivering measurable commercial, operational, and service improvements.
• Highly effective at influencing and challenging stakeholders at all levels, driving informed commercial decision‑making and securing alignment on strategic procurement initiatives.
• Demonstrated history of delivering significant cost savings, cost avoidance, and value creation through strategic sourcing, supplier optimisation, and commercial negotiations.
• Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and contract management expertise, with a focus on balancing commercial value, service performance, and risk mitigation.
• Advanced analytical and commercial capability, with extensive experience in spend analysis, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) modelling, market benchmarking, business case development, and data‑driven decision‑making.

What you can expect from us:

• Competitive salary package, with a negotiable base salary dependent on skills, experience, and expertise.
• Company Vehicle
• Management bonus
• Excellent career development opportunities, with access to ongoing training, professional development, and clear pathways for progression across the Group.
• Contributory pension scheme, with employer contributions of up to 6% to help support your long‑term financial wellbeing.
• Profit Share Bonus Scheme, rewarding employees for contributing to the success and performance of the business.
• Paycare healthcare and eyecare benefits, providing support for everyday health and wellbeing needs.
• Access to a range of retail and lifestyle discounts, offering savings across major high street brands, leisure providers, and online retailers.