Remote UK: Electronic Systems & Software Category Manager

James Fisher and Sons plc; Barrow-in-Furness; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car Allowance

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Company Pension

Job summary

James Fisher and Sons plc is seeking a Group Category Manager for Electronic Systems & Software to drive a strategic portfolio including software, advanced electronics, embedded systems and digital technologies. The role is UK-based with remote work and national travel, partnering with Engineering, IT and Defence teams to deliver commercial value and innovation.

You will build and optimise supplier ecosystems, renew and standardise key agreements, and align procurement with technology roadmaps

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and category management within technology, software or engineering environments.
• Strong contract negotiation skills, including software licences, SaaS and technology agreements.
• Proven ability to develop category strategies, optimise supplier bases and deliver commercial value.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the Group Electronic Systems & Software category strategy with a clear roadmap for supplier, contract and commercial improvements.
• Consolidate and optimise the supplier base, reducing complexity and improving commercial outcomes.
• Strengthen contract management by renewing, standardising and enhancing key supplier agreements.
• Establish robust supplier relationship management (SRM) frameworks, driving performance and accountability.
• Partner with Engineering, Product Development and Defence teams to anticipate future technology requirements and build a capable, future-ready supply base.
• Engage key stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business objectives and technology roadmaps.
• Deliver measurable cost savings, value improvements and supply chain efficiencies.
• Ensure procurement activity complies with Group policies, governance standards and delegated authorities.

Skills

Procurement

Category management

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder influence

Technology roadmaps alignment

Education

Degree educated

CIPS qualifications

World Commerce & Contracting qualifications desirable

Job description

James Fisher and Sons plc is seeking a Group Category Manager for Electronic Systems & Software to drive a strategic portfolio including software, advanced electronics, embedded systems and digital technologies. The role is UK-based with remote work and national travel, partnering with Engineering, IT and Defence teams to deliver commercial value and innovation.

You will build and optimise supplier ecosystems, renew and standardise key agreements, and align procurement with technology roadmaps