Anderson Knight are supporting our global client to recruit a Category Manager. The Category Manager will be responsible for driving value and service improvements across the end-to-end supply chain. Using category management and supplier segmentation methodologies, the role will deliver optimal commercial outcomes, improve supplier performance, and support the organisation’s strategic procurement objectives. Key Responsibilities * Develop, implement, and execute end-to-end strategic sourcing strategies in line with the organisation’s procurement and supply chain strategy. * Segment the supplier base by commercial value and risk, and define appropriate supplier management strategies for each segment. * Manage the performance and relationships of a portfolio of key strategic suppliers. * Act as a centre of excellence for contractual and commercial matters, providing expert advice and leading quarterly business reviews with senior stakeholders. * Identify and develop category opportunities that deliver tangible commercial and operational benefits. * Support and lead tender processes, including evaluation and supplier selection. * Lead and support supplier negotiations, with a strong focus on commercial outcomes. * Agree annual savings targets with senior procurement leadership and consistently deliver against these. * Develop and maintain robust reporting frameworks to track savings delivery, including full audit trails and sign-off documentation. * Create and implement a stakeholder engagement plan to ensure effective, tailored relationship management across the business. * Undertake additional duties as required in line with the responsibilities of the role. Candidate Requirements Essential: * Degree educated or equivalent * Professional procurement qualification (e.g. CIPS or equivalent) Desirable: * Strong communication and stakeholder management skills * Proven negotiation capability * Strong analytical skills, including confidence using Microsoft Excel