At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead purchasing strategy and optimise supplier performance for a family-owned business.
- Company: Join a dynamic family-owned business making a significant impact in the building materials supply sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by driving cost savings and supplier excellence.
- Qualifications: Experience in procurement and strong negotiation skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 60000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced procurement professional looking to make a significant impact within a family-owned business? We are seeking a commercially focused Category Manager to lead purchasing strategy, supplier performance and cost optimisation across the organisation. Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you will take ownership of purchasing and cost estimating activities, ensuring stock availability, driving supplier excellence and delivering measurable commercial value.
Key responsibilities:
- Develop and implement purchasing strategies that support business growth and operational objectives
- Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing purchasing team
- Negotiate contracts, pricing and commercial agreements with key suppliers
- Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships while driving performance improvements
- Monitor market trends, risks and opportunities to support informed purchasing decisions
- Ensure the timely procurement of goods and services to meet business demands
- Manage procurement budgets and deliver cost-saving initiatives
- Collaborate closely with Operations, Finance, Logistics and Product Development teams
- Identify and introduce new suppliers, products and supply chain solutions
- Drive continuous improvement across purchasing processes, policies and procedures
About you:
Commercially astute with experience in procurement.
Category Manager employer: LORD SEARCH & SELECTION
Join a thriving family-owned business that values its employees and fosters a collaborative work culture. As a Category Manager, you will not only lead a dynamic purchasing team but also have the opportunity to drive significant cost savings and supplier excellence, all while enjoying a supportive environment that prioritises professional growth and development. With a focus on innovation and continuous improvement, this role offers a unique chance to make a meaningful impact in the building materials supply industry.
