Category Manager

Category Manager (Generalist)

Location: Oxford (Hybrid)

Ongoing temporary position, with the potential to become permanent

Are you an experienced procurement professional looking for your next challenge? We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established organisation for a Category Manager to join their procurement team in a hybrid role based in Oxford.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing and delivering procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with procurement legislation while driving value for money across a diverse range of categories.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category and sourcing strategies
• Lead complex procurement activities from planning through to contract award
• Manage supplier relationships to achieve quality, value, and performance
• Analyse market data and identify opportunities for cost savings and continuous improvement
• Monitor contract performance and ensure compliance with procurement regulations
• Produce reports and present procurement updates to senior stakeholders
• Support wider procurement initiatives and deputise for the Head of Procurement when required

About You

• MCIPS qualification (or is working towards Levels 5 & 6)
• Experience leading complex procurement projects
• Knowledge of procurement within the public and/or commercial sectors
• Strong understanding of procurement legislation and compliance
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and supplier negotiation skills
• The ability to analyse data, produce reports, and present to senior leadership
• Strong organisational skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office