Procurement Manager - Senior Category Manager- Indirect

Procurement Manager - Senior Category Manager - Indirect
National role Leeds, Manchester, Midlands, and London
FMCG - Manufacturing
£60,000 - £70,000 + package

Client Details
Our client is a large organisation within the FMCG industry. With a global presence and a team of dedicated professionals, they are known for their commitment to quality and sustainability. There are multi-sites across the UK, and the role will involve some UK travel.

Description
As a Senior Procurement Manager / Category Manager, you will be responsible for the commercial aspects, category management, and overall supplier performance for services purchased. You will take a strategic category view to manage areas of spend, identify savings opportunities whilst building strong stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and execute innovative procurement strategies.
2. Manage the entire process in the planning of procurement and supply chain activities.
3. Conduct regular market analysis and supplier audits to ensure best quality and cost efficiency.
4. Implement procurement initiatives within the FMCG industry.
5. Manage and develop a high performing team.
6. Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes.
7. Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policy and legal regulations.
8. Manage relationships with key suppliers to maintain quality of goods and timely delivery.
9. Ability to operate in a complex multi-site environment.

Profile
As a Procurement Manager, you would have experience of managing multiple categories within a fast-paced FMCG environment across various locations.

1. Proven experience in a procurement role within the FMCG industry.
2. Degree or equivalent with a proven track record in end-to-end, indirect procurement / category management.
3. Strong knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques.
4. Excellent negotiation skills and ability to influence stakeholders.
5. Strong leadership abilities and able to manage large scale projects.
6. Worked on high value categories (40mil+ spend) ideally.

Job Offer
A competitive salary range around £60,000 - £70,000 + package + bonus.
A comprehensive benefits package.
A vibrant company culture that values hard work and innovation.
Opportunities for professional growth and development within the FMCG sector.
Ideally, you would have worked in an FMCG company (Pharmaceutical and Automotive candidates may also be considered). You must have managed complex high value, 40mil+ category spend across multiple categories and sites.

If you believe you have the skills and experience for this Procurement Manager - Indirect role, we would be delighted to receive your application.