Category Manager

We are working with a manufacturing business in Hatfield looking for a Category Manager to join their supply chain team. This role will focus on developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and supporting new product introduction across a range of engineered component categories.

In this Category Manager role, you will:

Develop sourcing strategies across multiple technical product categories
Lead supplier negotiations, tenders, and commercial agreements
Work with engineering and operations teams to ensure suppliers support new product launches
Drive supplier performance across cost, quality, and delivery
Identify supply risks and implement mitigation plans

The ideal Category Manager will have:

Procurement or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment
Experience sourcing engineered or technical components
Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
Experience supporting supply chains for new prod...