Category Manager Indirect Services Location: Northwich / Manchester (Hybrid) Be part of shaping Dechras global Indirect Procurement strategy About the Role Were building something exciting at Dechra. Our newly created Indirect Procurement function sits at the heart of our global Supply Chain organisation and were looking for a Category Manager Indirect Services who can help shape, elevate, and professionalise how we buy and manage critical services across the business. If you love autonomy, strategic ownership, and the chance to build category strategies from the ground up, this is your opportunity to make a genuine impact across a fast-growing international pharmaceutical manufacturer specialising in animal health. What Youll Lead As our Category Manager, you will own key indirect services categories including: Corporate & Professional Services HR / Finance / Audit / Tax Marketing Fleet and Travel Other strategic indirect spend areas You will drive efficiency, performance, and value by: Developing and delivering category strategies that unlock savings and improve service Leading supplier negotiations, SRM, and risk mitigation Using market intelligence to keep us competitive Building strong partnerships across the business including global stakeholders Ensuring compliance and embedding procurement best practice Creating clear KPIs to track and enhance supplier performance This role is high-visibility, high-impact, and perfectly suited to someone who thrives in a growing procurement function with a blank canvas to innovate. Why Dechra? When you join Dechra, you join a purpose-driven organisation dedicated to improving the lives of animals worldwide. Youll be part of a culture shaped by our values: Dedication | Enjoyment | Courage | Honesty | Relationships | Ambition Here, procurement is not just a transactional function its a strategic enabler, and your expertise will help transform how our organisation operates globally. What You Bring Were looking for someone who can combine procurement expertise with influential stakeholder engagement: Several years experience in procurement within a global professional environment Proven track record leading indirect categories Strong negotiation & commercial skills Ability to build relationships at all levels, including C-suite Experience creating category strategies from scratch Understanding of legal & contractual frameworks ERP / multi-site systems experience TCO & end-to-end supply chain mindset Bonus: CIPS qualification, leadership experience, and pharmaceutical or regulated-industry exposure. Growth, Ownership & Opportunity This is your chance to: Shape an evolving global procurement function Influence strategic decisions across the business Own key categories with real autonomy Drive measurable value, efficiency and performance Build your career within a supportive, ambitious, values-led organisation Global travel may occasionally be required but your core base will be Northwich or Manchester with hybrid flexibility. Ready to Make an Impact? If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for continuous improvement and building world-class procurement capability, wed love to hear from you. Apply now and help shape the future of Indirect Procurement at Dechra.