Category Manager - HR & Professional Services Location: Birmingham (Hybrid - 2 days in office + flexibility required) Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + benefits About the Opportunity Are you an experienced Category Manager with a strong background in HR and Professional Services procurement? We're partnering with a repeat client of ours to recruit a commercially astute procurement professional to take ownership of a key indirect spend area, driving value, strengthening supplier relationships, and delivering strategic sourcing initiatives. The Role As Category Manager, you will take ownership of HR and Professional Services spend, leading sourcing activity and ensuring best-in-class supplier management across a diverse vendor base. You will be responsible for delivering value through effective procurement strategies, robust contract negotiations, and strong supplier partnerships. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end sourcing and category management activity across HR and Professional Services Develop and implement category strategies aligned to business objectives Manage tender processes (RFPs/RFQs), ensuring competitive and compliant outcomes Negotiate and manage supplier contracts to secure favourable commercial terms Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes and governance Produce clear MI, reporting, and in...