Category manager

Job Title

Category Manager

Location

Asda House

Employment Type

Full time

Contract Type

Permanent

Hours Per Week

37.5

Salary

Competitive salary plus benefits

Category

Purchasing/Procurement

Closing Date

11 June 2026

Job Description

We’re transforming the way procurement works here at Asda. The role places you at the heart of decision‑making and at the forefront of our transformation journey.

The team manages over £2.5 billion of indirect/goods not for resale spend and is working to become a best‑in‑class function with a broad agenda covering sourcing, cost transformation, sustainability and management of strategic relationships.

You will support commercial activities across multiple levels and categories, including Technology, Marketing, Professional Services, Property & FM and Logistics/Supply Chain. You will help drive efficiency, secure our #2 share in grocery and deliver value to customers.

Your Role

As a Procurement expert, you will lead transformation activities and ensure a best‑in‑class cost base within your categories.

You will develop and implement category strategies, collaborate with cross‑functional colleagues, and provide commercial leadership in a complex environment.

Strong commercial acumen, communication and negotiation skills are essential. Experience in a relevant category role is desirable but not mandatory; we welcome candidates interested in switching categories.

The Specifics

• Develop category strategies and maintain a pipeline of delivery opportunities.
• Influence and collaborate with stakeholders to advance category initiatives.
• Lead business investment and executive priorities within the function.
• Manage end‑to‑end sourcing activities.
• Contribute to the cost and cash programme.
• Create and maintain successful supplier relationships and develop strategic partnerships.

Let’s find out about you

• Proven experience in Procurement/Category Management.
• Adept at applying commercial approaches to deliver value.
• Skilled in crafting and managing complex contracts.
• Adept at balancing stakeholder needs.
• Experience influencing senior levels in a large organisation.
• Agile and adaptable in a dynamic transformation environment.
• Personal drive to deliver at pace across multiple projects.

Category Specifics

Desired experience in corporate services: People & HR, Legal, BPO, Banking & Financial Services.

Benefits

• Discretionary company bonus.
• Company pension up to 7% matched.
• Company Car allowance of £5,700.
• 15% colleague discount in store and online.
• Free access to wellbeing services, health and dental cash plans, and 24/7 employee assistance.
• Inclusion networks and support for diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Excellent parental leave policies and support for fertility treatments.

Asda offers a hybrid working model with a minimum of three days per week in the home office. Additional office days may be required for supplier visits or store visits.