Procurement Category Manager – Indirects (12 month FTC)

JR United Kingdom; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in Warrington is seeking a motivated Indirect Procurement Category Manager for a 12-month fixed term position. This role involves strategic procurement activities across indirect spend categories and is pivotal in supporting key projects during a critical business phase. Ideal candidates will have strong category management skills and the ability to influence and collaborate across various levels.

Benefits

Bonus

Strong Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Private Medical

28 Days Holiday

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of category management principles and best practices.
• Experience within a similar sector is a plus but not essential.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Head of Procurement to design and implement procurement strategies.
• Manage indirect procurement categories such as HR, Legal, Finance, and Insurance.
• Develop and drive category plans aligned with business objectives.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Negotiation

Category Management

Project Management

Job description

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Procurement Category Manager – Indirects (12 month FTC), Warrington, Cheshire

Client: Sea Global

Location: Warrington, Cheshire

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Position: Indirect Procurement Category Manager – 12 month FTC

Location: Warrington, Cheshire – Hybrid (3 days in office)

Salary & Benefits: £70,000 - £85,000 + Bonus + Strong Pension Scheme + Life Assurance + Private Medical + 28 Days Holiday

Sea Global is proud to partner with one of the world’s leading insurance companies, boasting a multi-billion-pound global turnover. This award-winning organisation is widely recognised for its industry leadership, outstanding workplace culture, and high-performing procurement team. With ambitious growth plans and exciting initiatives, they are expanding their team and seeking a motivated Indirect Procurement Category Manager for a 12-month fixed term.

Reporting directly to the Head of Procurement, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing strategic procurement activities across indirect spend categories. This is a hands-on opportunity for a proactive individual ready to make an immediate impact and support key projects during a critical business phase.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Head of Procurement to design and implement procurement strategies
• Support the procurement team with daily operations and initiatives
• Develop and drive category plans aligned with business objectives
• Manage supplier relationships, including contract negotiation, risk mitigation, and performance monitoring through KPIs and SLAs
• Build strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure seamless delivery

Role & Responsibilities:

• Manage indirect procurement categories such as HR, Legal, Finance, Insurance, Travel, Facilities Management, or other Corporate Service areas
• Solid knowledge of category management principles and best practices
• Experience within a similar sector is a plus but not essential
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels