Procurement Heads are excited to be working with a major European snack company who are looking for a Category Manager to manage CAPEX and MRO categories across UK sites. 

You'll lead supplier negotiations, support engineering teams, develop category strategies, and ensure cost-effective procurement across multiple countries.

Location - Slough/Nottingham/Leicestershire/Middlesbrough/South Yorkshire/Herefordshire/Leicestershire/Wakefield/Tanfield/East Staffordshire - Hybrid 3 days a week

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement CAPEX & MRO procurement strategies
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate high-value contracts
• Support project execution (e.g., installations, FAT/SAT phases)
• Collaborate with EU procurement and Engineering teams
• Analyse complex data for decision-making and savings tracking
• Ensure compliance, sustainability, and supply security

Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering or related field (CIPS preferred)
• 4+ years in procurement, ideally within engineering
• Experience in contract management, CAPEX projects, and stakeholder engagement
• Strong Excel/Word skills; valid driving license

Benefits:

• Base Salary £55,000 - £65,000
• £6000 car allowance
• Bonus
• Private healthcare, sick pay, EV scheme
• Flexible benefits platform, holiday buy scheme

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