Procurement Manager - Category Manager - Indirect Spend

Michael Page; Chichester; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful impact

Supportive environment

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Procurement Manager for an FMCG/manufacturing business in South East England. The role focuses on indirect procurement governance, category spend management, supplier performance, and commercial negotiations across multiple spend areas.

You will shape procurement strategy, drive cost efficiencies, and build strong supplier relationships to support growth and operational excellence. Hybrid work in Chichester is offered along with career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven procurement experience in FMCG/manufacturing environments.
• Strong track record in delivering cost savings across indirect spend.
• Experience negotiating complex supplier contracts and agreements.
• Excellent analytical skills to interpret spend data and identify improvements.
• Strong project management and process improvement capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyse spend data and develop category strategies for high value areas.
• Lead supplier negotiations to secure favourable terms and pricing.
• Manage supplier performance via KPIs and periodic reviews.
• Drive procurement governance, policies, and standardised processes.
• Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Engineering and Manufacturing to align procurement with objectives.

Skills

Procurement experience

Indirect spend

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Excel

Education

Degree in Procurement/Supply Chain/Business/Finance

CIPS (desirable)

Tools

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Job description

Procurement Manager - FMCG/Manufacturing Business - South East England

Indirect Category Spend

Client Details

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially minded Procurement Manager to join a growing FMCG/Manufacturing business. You will take ownership of the indirect procurement function, driving value, cost efficiencies, supplier performance, and robust procurement governance across the organisation.

This is a broad and influential role, offering the chance to shape procurement strategy, establish best-in-class processes, manage key supplier relationships, and support the business's continued growth and operational excellence.

This small-sized organisation operates within the FMCG Food industry and is known for its focus on delivering high-quality products to its customers. With a strong commitment to operational excellence, the company values expertise and innovation in procurement and supply chain management.

Description

As a Procurement Manager you will manage a broad range;

Indirect Procurement Management - Category Spend

• Energy and utilities
• Packaging
• Facilities management
• Transport and logistics
• IT and telecommunications
• Professional and business services
• Capital equipment and maintenance

Spend & Category Management

• Analyse spend data to identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities.
• Develop category strategies for high value spend areas.
• Monitor supplier markets and benchmark pricing to ensure competitiveness.

Supplier Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
• Manage supplier performance through regular reviews, KPI monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive supplier innovation and value-added opportunities.

Contract Negotiation & Commercial Management

• Lead contract negotiations to secure favourable commercial terms, service levels, and pricing structures.
• Manage contract renewals and tender processes.
• Ensure all agreements support business objectives and mitigate commercial risk.

Procurement Governance & Process Improvement

• Lead and maintain procurement policies, procedures, and controls.
• Drive compliance across the business and promote best procurement practices.
• Standardise and enhance procurement processes across multiple business functions and sites.

Risk Management

• Identify procurement and supply chain risks.
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies to protect business operations.
• Support business continuity planning through effective supplier management.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with Finance, Operations, Engineering, Manufacturing, and wider business functions to align procurement activities with operational and strategic objectives.
• Provide procurement expertise and commercial support to business projects and initiatives.

Profile

A successful Procurement Manager- Indirect Category Manager should have:

We're looking for a proactive procurement professional who combines strong commercial acumen with excellent stakeholder management skills.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Proven procurement experience ideally within an FMCG, manufacturing, industrial, or fast-paced operational environment.
• Strong background managing indirect spend categories and delivering measurable cost savings.
• Experience negotiating complex supplier contracts and commercial agreements.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret spend data and identify improvement opportunities.
• Strong project management capabilities and experience delivering process improvements.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and build effective cross-functional relationships.
• Strong understanding of procurement governance, risk management, and supplier performance management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years' procurement experience.
• CIPS qualification (or working towards) desirable.
• Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Finance or a related discipline preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience using procurement and ERP systems.

Job Offer

Salary upto £70,000 per annum + bonus

Permanent position based in Chichester ( Hybrid)

• Opportunities to make a meaningful impact
• Supportive and professional working environment.
• Potential for career growth and development within the organisation.