Company descriptionLocation: Basingstoke (hybrid working 3 office days per week)Employment Type: 6-month Fixed Term Contract (FTC)Think the AA is just about roadside assistance? Think again.For over a century, we've been evolving and adapting. Today, as the nation's leading motoring organisation, we offer a wide range of products and services to millions of customers. From roadside assistance to home and motor insurance, and the latest driving technologies, we have it all. As we continue to expand, diversify, and modernise, joining us as a Procurement Category Manager - Corporate means you'll play a crucial role in our success and be part of this exciting motoring journey.Our Chief Operating Office (COO) are the backbone of The AA, providing both stability and structure to support growth and innovation. We are the drivers of change.#LI-HybridThis is the jobWe’re looking for a Category Manager - Corporate to join our Procurement function and play a key role in delivering value across a diverse and high-impact corporate spend portfolio. This role partners closely with senior stakeholders across the business, shaping sourcing strategies, managing key suppliers and driving commercial outcomes in a complex and fast-moving environment.You’ll be comfortable operating with autonomy, navigating ambiguity, and proactively identifying opportunities to improve cost, risk and service delivery across categories including Property & Facilities, HR, Finance, Professional Services and Business Services.What will I be doing?Develop and deliver category and sourcing strategies that maximise value, manage risk and ensure security of supplyBuild strong, trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across multiple functions, influencing decisions through commercial insightLead end-to-end sourcing activity, including supplier selection, contract negotiation and ongoing supplier managementDrive continuous improvement by identifying cost efficiencies, value-creation opportunities and innovative supplier solutionsOwn supplier performance, governance and risk management using data, KPIs and market insightChampion procurement policy, compliance and best practice across the organisationWhat do I need?Strong experience in category management across corporate sectors i.e., Property & Facilities, HR and/or Finance within an indirect procurement environmentProven experience managing stakeholders across multiple business functions, including senior leadersA highly proactive mindset, with the confidence to operate effectively in ambiguous and evolving environmentsStrong commercial capability, including contract negotiation, supplier management and cost optimisationExcellent communication skills, with the ability to influence, challenge constructively and build trustExperience working with procurement systems, data and insights to support sound decision-makingAdditional informationWe’re always looking to recognise and reward our employees for the work they do. As a valued member of The AA team, you’ll have access to a range of benefits including:25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying schemeWorksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contributionFree AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friendsDiscounts on AA products including car and home insuranceEmployee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and moreCompany funded life assuranceDiverse learning and development opportunities to support you to progress in your careerDedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your familyPlus, so much more!We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong. We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds and drive positive change.#LI-HH