Senior Category Buyer (Temporary / Contractor) Derby (Hybrid – 2 days WFH) £250-300 per day Immediate Start Required SF Recruitment are working in partnership with a leading manufacturing business based in Derby to recruit a Senior Category Buyer on a temporary contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly reputable and well-established company, providing critical procurement support to a fast-paced, commercially driven team. This hybrid role offers flexibility with up to 2 days working from home and the chance to make a real impact in a dynamic procurement function. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement category strategies aligned with overall business objectives Lead the end-to-end procurement lifecycle across multiple categories Manage supplier relationships and performance, tracking key KPIs and driving improvements Negotiate competitive terms, ensuring cost efficiency and value for money Support wider business initiatives including budgeting, forecasting, and cross-functional projects What We're Looking For: Proven experience in a Senior Buyer / Category Manager role, ideally within manufacturing or engineering Strong commercial acumen and confident negotiating skills Proficiency in ERP systems Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Ability to hit the ground running in a fast-paced environment Requirements: You must be immediately available or due to finish an existing contract Able to commit to a hybrid working arrangement with a Derby-based office If you're a commercially savvy procurement professional with relevant sector experience, we want to hear from you. Please apply with your up-to-date CV, and a member of our procurement team will be in touch to discuss this opportunity further. ADZN1_UKTJ