Senior Category Manager - Logistics & Warehousing

Michael Page (UK); England; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement firm in the UK seeks a Senior Procurement Category Leader specializing in logistics. This role demands a strong background in global procurement, 3PL negotiations, and category management. The successful candidate will lead strategic sourcing projects, influence senior stakeholders, and drive procurement excellence. Offering a competitive package up to £80K plus benefits, this hybrid position allows you to shape the global logistics strategy. Apply if you possess the necessary experience in logistics and supply chain management.

Benefits

Competitive package

Car allowance

Bonus

Opportunity to shape logistics strategy

Qualifications

• Proven global procurement and commercial experience in logistics and warehousing.
• Expertise in 3PL negotiations and contract management.
• Strong track record in category management and strategic sourcing.
• Ability to lead complex projects and influence senior stakeholders.
• Flexible, collaborative, and confident operating in a matrix, multicultural environment.
• Strategic thinker with a passion for driving transformation.
• Knowledge of import/export policies and temperature-controlled shipments is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Drive end to end procurements across the category.
• Lead strategic sourcing projects with 3PL providers.
• Manage RFQs, ITTs, and RFIs end-to-end.
• Monitor supplier markets and identify opportunities.
• Build strategic supplier relationships and develop a robust supply base.
• Influence cross-functional stakeholders and champion procurement excellence.

Skills

Global procurement experience

3PL negotiations

Category management

Project leadership

Influencing stakeholders

Flexible and collaborative

Strategic thinking

Job description

• Senior Procurement Category Leader - Logistics
• Hybrid Cheshire, with travel

About Our Client

The employer is an organisation, focused on delivering innovative solutions and maintaining high operational standards. They have a strong presence in their field and are dedicated to excellence in procurement and supply chain management.

Job Description

As a Senior Category Manager you will help to shape and execute category strategies that deliver cost savings, innovation, and lifecycle value across our global operations. This is a high-profile role where you'll lead end-to-end category planning, manage complex sourcing projects, and build influential relationships across markets and divisions. You'll be the go-to expert for logistics and warehousing procurement, driving compliance, governance, and best-in-class supplier performance.

• Drive end to end procurements across the category, own and deliver sub-category strategies for Logistics & Warehousing.
• Lead strategic sourcing projects with 3PL providers across road, courier, warehousing, and customs compliance.
• Manage RFQs, ITTs, and RFIs end-to-end.
• Monitor supplier markets, identify opportunities, and drive innovation.
• Build strategic supplier relationships and develop a robust supply base.
• Influence cross-functional stakeholders and champion procurement excellence globally.

The Successful Applicant

As a Senior Category Manager you mist have;

• Proven global procurement and commercial experience in logistics and warehousing.
• Expertise in 3PL negotiations and contract management.
• Strong track record in category management and strategic sourcing.
• Ability to lead complex projects and influence senior stakeholders.
• Flexible, collaborative, and confident operating in a matrix, multicultural environment.
• Strategic thinker with a passion for driving transformation.
• Desirable: Knowledge of import/export policies, logistics, and temperature-controlled shipments.

What's on Offer

• Competitive package: Up to £80K + Car Allowance + Bonus.
• Hybrid working in Cheshire - 2 days on site, with travel
• Opportunity to shape global logistics strategy in a growing, innovative business.
• Work on high-impact projects with visibility across senior leadership.

Please note, a relocation package would be considered, only apply if you live in the UK and have experience within logistics and warehouse supply-chain management! If you are ready to take on the challenge of becoming a Category Lead - Logistics, we encourage you to apply today!