Procurement Category Manager

Insights Learning & Development Ltd; Dundee; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic learning and development company in Scotland is seeking a Procurement Category Manager. In this role, you will develop and execute strategies to optimize costs and improve supplier performance while aligning with organisational goals. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills and the ability to analyze complex data sets to drive value. Join a vibrant team that values inclusion and innovation, and help lead the way in transforming procurement practices.

Qualifications

• Broad category management experience across multiple spend areas.
• Proven track record of delivering measurable value.
• Ability to analyse complex data sets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain category strategies for cost savings.
• Lead sourcing and negotiation activities.
• Drive supplier performance improvement.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Supplier performance management

Cost optimisation

Tools

Procurement systems

Analytics tools

Job description

AtInsights, we believe in creating a world where people truly understand themselves and others—and are inspired to make a positive difference in everything they do. Our learning and development solutions spark stronger connections in workplaces and beyond, helping individuals and organisations thrive.

We’re unapologetically human, colourful to our core, and committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone belongs. If you’re ready to make an impact and have fun doing it, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re looking for a Procurement Category Manager to join our team and help us deliver measurable commercial value and reduce risk across priority spend categories. Acting as a trusted business partner, you’ll develop and execute category strategies that optimise cost, improve supplier performance, and align with our organisational objectives.

Job Description

What you’ll do

• Develop and maintain category strategies that deliver cost savings, service improvements, and innovation.
• Lead sourcing and negotiation activities for high-value contracts.
• Identify and apply value levers such as demand management and supplier collaboration.
• Drive supplier performance improvement through structured SRM and KPI frameworks.
• Partner with stakeholders to align category plans with business needs and strategic goals.
• Embed sustainability and risk management into category strategies.
• Manage a pipeline of sourcing initiatives and oversee contract lifecycle management.
• Conduct benchmarking and market testing to ensure competitive pricing and service levels.
• Prepare and present category performance reports to senior leadership.
• Champion supplier-led innovation and educate stakeholders on procurement best practice.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for

• Broad category management experience across multiple spend areas, ideally Professional Services.
• Proven track record of delivering measurable value and cost optimisation.
• Strong negotiation and contracting skills, including risk mitigation.
• Ability to analyse complex data sets and market intelligence to inform decisions.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• Familiarity with supplier performance frameworks, SRM, and sustainability objectives.
• Proficiency with procurement systems and analytics tools.

Additional Information

Insights. We’re dedicated to creating a space where you belong — that means accepting you for who you are now and supporting you on your journey towards whoever you want to become.

Our colourful solutions help people see themselves and others in a new light and we love encouraging our diverse global community to experience the transformational power of Insights Discovery. Through listening and learning, we will continue to foster the connections that matter to build a more inclusive culture.

It is in our nature to nurture. We have developed an organisation which puts care for our people, inclusion, belonging and wellbeing at the heart of our approach. We’re strengthened by a community where we work together to co-create a culture that celebrates difference and welcomes everybody.

We love learning. We want to be better tomorrow than we are today and we’re up for the journey. Unapologetically human, undoubtedly individual. Colourful to our core.