VANRATH are delighted to be partnering with a major company in Northern Ireland with the Recruitment of a Category Manager to join a growing and dynamic company based in Belfast. This position is based in the company's Belfast office. Monday - Friday position. Hybrid working is available (80% in the office / 20% at home) This is a Permanent position. This company has an excellent reputation. Salary Negotiable other Additional Benefits (Top Company) Fantastic work benefits and Environment Holiday Package (25 days leave Stats) & Progression Opportunities Overview: As a Category Manager, you will oversee and manage multiple categories, driving cost-effective procurement of goods and services while upholding high standards of quality, compliance, and supplier performance. Responsibilities: Partner with stakeholders to understand category needs and ensure effective service delivery. Lead sourcing, tendering, and procurement strategies aligned with business goals and sustainability standards. Build strong supplier relationships, managing performance, contracts, and disputes. Drive cost savings, efficiency, and innovation through strategic sourcing and improvement projects. Monitor markets, assess risks, and implement contingency and sustainability initiatives. Use procurement tools (e.g., Nav, Qliksense) to enable data-driven decisions. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and promote a safe workplace. Support and mentor team members, pursue continuous development, and maintain flexibility for travel and changing business needs. Requirements: Degree-level education in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain, or related discipline, or equivalent work experience. Minimum 4 years of proven procurement and negotiation experience in a similar role. Demonstrable success in sourcing, supplier negotiation, and cost-saving initiatives. Experience in managing supplier relationships and contract performance. Track record of working cross-functionally with internal stakeholders. Strong understanding of procurement best practices and supply chain management. Desired criteria : CIPS qualification (MCIPS) or actively working towards it. Experience managing a small team or mentoring junior staff. Familiarity with sustainability reporting standards or carbon reduction frameworks. Project management skills (e.g. Prince2 or Agile methodologies). Advanced Excel or data analysis skills for reporting and insight generation. For more information on this role please reach out to Jack Groves @ VANRATH for more information. The VANRATH team were outstanding from start to finish during my job search. Communication was clear and consistent at every step, and their interview advice was first-class. The entire process was seamless and impressively fast. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend VANRATH to anyone exploring their next career move. VANRATH played a key role in helping me secure my new role. Their support was thorough and professional, from interview preparation and example questions to timely feedback after each stage. The service was efficient, supportive, and highly effective. I had the pleasure of working with Hannah while searching for a new opportunity, and she exceeded all expectations. Within 24 hours of our initial conversation, she had interviews arranged, and the preparation she provided was exceptional. Thanks to her dedication and support, I've now successfully started a new role. I would strongly recommend Hannah to anyone pursuing opportunities in accountancy or finance. Having only recently engaged with VANRATH, I've been extremely impressed by the level of service provided. The Senior Accountancy and Finance Specialist has been proactive, attentive, and highly effective in identifying roles that closely match my experience. Communication has been excellent throughout, and I couldn't recommend their support highly enough. VANRATH Recruitment provided an outstanding experience from beginning to end. The team were approachable, professional, and genuinely invested in my career progression. I was kept fully informed throughout the application process, and my goals were always front and centre. Robbie Lemon was particularly supportive-friendly, knowledgeable, and instrumental in securing a temporary role aligned with my ambitions. He made my transition into the UK financial sector smooth and confidence-building, especially coming from an international background. for roles. Skills: Procurement Category Manager Food Bid Manager Tender Procurement Manager Benefits: Work From Home Additional Benefits & Progression