Job Description
Category Manager – Waste Management (12-Month FTC)
Location: Kent, Wakefield or London
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 per annum
Contract: Fixed Term (12 Months)
Industry: Heavy Manufacturing / Multi-Site Operations
Elevation Recruitment Group are working in partnership with a leading organisation in the heavy manufacturing sector to recruit a skilled Category Manager to join their procurement team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in managing and optimising waste management and environmental services across multiple sites, ensuring commercial effectiveness and sustainability targets are met.
The Role:
As Category Manager, you will take ownership of the waste management category, driving supplier performance and delivering cost-effective solutions that align with business and environmental goals. You will:
1. Lead procurement strategy and category planning across waste and recycling services
2. Develop strong supplier relationships and negotiate contracts to maximise value
3. Collaborate with site managers and stakeholders across the UK to standardise practices
4. Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental regulations an...