Senior Category Manager

About Aggregate Industries UK We are at the heart of construction, committed to building progress and transforming the industry to deliver a more sustainable future for all. We are recognised as one of the safest, most customer-focused companies in this space and we are looking for you to be part of our movement to grow, innovate and develop together to create continuous value. Join today and build progress with us.

The Opportunity We're looking for a strategic and results-driven Senior Category Manager to oversee our Energy, Fuel and Bitumen category. In this role, you’ll be responsible for driving efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable sourcing strategies, while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies based on spend analysis, market insights, and supplier relationships.
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes including tendering, negotiation, and contract implementation.
• Drive supplier consolidation, cost optimisation, and ensure sustainable and ethical sourcing.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align procurement with business objectives and maintain strong cross-functional relationships.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
• Monitor supplier performance, ensuring compliance with contracts and KPIs.
• Support budgeting, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead tendering processes, supplier selection, and contract management with clear communication.
• Drive annual plans to create added value and achieve department/business objectives.

Who You Are

You’ll come with strong leadership skills who can mentor and develop a high-performing team. Be an excellent communicator, negotiator, and problem-solver, with a forward and innovative approach to procurement. Adaptability is key, as we need someone who can thrive in a fast-paced and changing business environment. Above all, you’ll bring professionalism, a customer-focused mindset, and a collaborative approach to everything you do.

If you're passionate about optimising procurement processes and driving value across an organisation, apply today!

Benefits

• Competitive Salary, plus bonus, 25 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits - all recognising the contribution you bring.
• Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety.
• We care about you and your family. That’s why we offer enhanced family benefits, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• We understand that your personal life and family well-being are just as important as your career, so we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way.
• Be part of something bigger with our "Women Empowered - Stronger Together Mentor Program," designed to support, inspire, and uplift women across the business.
• This initiative pairs women with mentors, creating a powerful support network that promotes career growth and personal development.
• Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household, offering medical advice, prescriptions, referrals, and same-day appointments.
• Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad (via our parent company Holcim).
• Join our affinity groups selected by and populated by our employees which bring together employees with similar backgrounds and interests to have powerful influence on the workplace.
• Staff discounts including special rates for garden landscaping products.
• We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
• You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.