Senior Category Manager: Engineering & Construction

Michael Page; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Category Manager - Senior Buyer in Engineering and Construction. This role involves overseeing procurement activities, managing supplier relationships, and developing category strategies to drive cost efficiency. The ideal candidate will have proven category management experience, strong negotiation skills, and knowledge of procurement policies. A competitive salary of up to £66,000 and excellent benefits are offered along with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive Health Cash Plan

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in category management within procurement and supply chain.
• Strong knowledge of end-to-end procurement in the Engineering and Construction sector.
• Ability to analyse market trends and implement cost-saving strategies.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of procurement best practices.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Manage Engineering & Construction category spend.
• Lead commercial activities across the sourcing life cycle.
• Ensure compliance with procurement regulations.

Skills

Category management

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation skills

Market trend analysis

Interpersonal skills

Education

Relevant qualifications in procurement or supply chain

Job description

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Category Manager - Senior Buyer in Engineering and Construction. This role involves overseeing procurement activities, managing supplier relationships, and developing category strategies to drive cost efficiency. The ideal candidate will have proven category management experience, strong negotiation skills, and knowledge of procurement policies. A competitive salary of up to £66,000 and excellent benefits are offered along with opportunities for career development.