Indirect Category Manager

2K; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an Indirect Category Manager in Cambridge. This role involves developing procurement strategies across various indirect spend areas, managing supplier relationships, and driving compliance and cost savings. Candidates should have proven experience in procurement, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement or category management, ideally within related sectors.
• Strong commercial acumen and skill in managing indirect categories.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own category strategies aligned to business needs.
• Manage supplier performance and lead supplier relationship management.
• Support decision-making by collaborating with key stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Contract negotiations

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Job description

Location: Cambridge, UK (hybrid) with travel to the office twice per week.

As an Indirect Category Manager you will be responsible for developing and executing category strategies across a range of indirect spend areas including Professional Services, Marketing, Merchandise, Facilities & HR. You will manage strategic supplier relationships, drive commercial value, and support Jagex’s ambitions for scalability, speed-to-market, and operational excellence.

What you'll be doing:

• Develop and own category strategies aligned to business needs and procurement roadmap
• Lead sourcing initiatives across indirect categories, including market analysis, supplier selection, RFPs, negotiations, and contracting
• Manage supplier performance and lead supplier relationship management (SRM) activities to drive innovation and value
• Partner with key stakeholders to understand requirements, align procurement strategies, and support decision-making
• Implement and manage Preferred Supplier Agreements (PSAs) and frameworks, especially in external resourcing
• Drive compliance, cost savings, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement across assigned categories
• Support the evolution of procurement policies, templates, and tools to enhance maturity and enable best practice
• Analyse spend, contract data, and supplier performance to provide actionable insights
• Champion procurement’s role in delivering commercial and strategic impact across the business

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience in procurement or category management roles, ideally within Technology, Media, Gaming, or Creative sectors
• Strong track record managing indirect categories such as Professional Services, HR, Marketing, or Facilities
• Skilled in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiations
• Confident working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with multiple stakeholders
• Strong commercial acumen, analytical thinking, and influencing skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building capabilities
• Knowledge of contract law and commercial terms

About Jagex:

Jagex is a leader in developing and publishing deep, engaging online games that connect millions of players worldwide. Best known for the RuneScape franchise, which includes two of the world’s longest running and most successful MMORPGs, in Old School Runescape and Runescape, and the open-world survival crafting game, Runescape: Dragonwilds; we have proven success in delivering immersive Forever Games and fostering strong player communities.

We strive to foster an inclusive workplace built on trust, autonomy, and a shared passion for creating forever games.
Our values guide everything we do: We Embrace Fellowship by collaborating and sharing openly. We Hone our Craft by always learning and improving; we Honour our Vows by being honest and transparent; we are our Customers’ Heroes by striving to understand our team & player needs, and we Seize The Day by making the most of every opportunity.

With over two decades of experience, and over 400 people in our team, we continue to innovate in live game development, leveraging data-driven insights, and a commitment to player-first game design. We have a diverse and talented team where creativity, collaboration, and community-driven game development drives everything we do.

As part of Jagex, you’ll have the opportunity to work on a globally successful franchise, contribute to exciting new projects, and be part of a company that hugely values both our employees and our players.