Strategic Category Manager – Procurement

Encirc Ltd; Chester; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave package

Onsite gym

Pension scheme 7%

Life cover

Cycle to work

Discount platform

Onsite staff restaurant

Free parking

Job summary

Encirc Ltd is seeking a Category Manager to lead procurement across the designated category. This permanent, full-time role offers responsibility for strategy, supplier negotiations, and team leadership across Encirc’s UK sites.

You will manage a spend portfolio and drive value, with accountability for contracts, supplier performance, and cross-functional collaboration to support production demands at Derrylin, Elton (Cheshire) and Bristol.

Qualifications

• Degree level or professional qualification in procurement/supply chain is preferred.
• Proven purchasing experience in manufacturing environment.
• Experience developing and implementing best value strategies.
• Contract management experience and supplier relationships management.
• Strong negotiating and project leadership capabilities.
• Experience with ERP systems e.g. SAP and Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities within the relevant category and manage the category team.
• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts in line with strategy and KPIs.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships; monitor performance against KPIs.
• Ensure materials are delivered to Encirc sites to meet production demand.
• Escalate day-to-day supply challenges and coordinate with Head of Category.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Purchasing experience

Manufacturing industry

Value-driven strategies

Contract management

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation skills

Project leadership

ERP systems (SAP)

Excel proficiency

Education

Degree or professional qualification in procurement/supply chain

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Encirc Ltd is seeking a Category Manager to lead procurement across the designated category. This permanent, full-time role offers responsibility for strategy, supplier negotiations, and team leadership across Encirc’s UK sites.

You will manage a spend portfolio and drive value, with accountability for contracts, supplier performance, and cross-functional collaboration to support production demands at Derrylin, Elton (Cheshire) and Bristol.