Category Manager - FMCG/Retail - Indirects/IT/Corporate

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Job Description

Category Manager - £55,000-£65,000 + 30% Bonus
Location: Stratford (Hybrid - 2 Days Onsite Per Week)

Are you an ambitious and driven procurement professional ready to take the next step in your career? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing and developing business operating in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

We're looking for Category Managers to join our expanding team and play a key role in delivering commercial value across a variety of procurement categories - Professional Services, IT & indirects. This role offers real ownership, exposure to senior stakeholders, and the opportunity to develop rapidly with the right support.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Leading end-to-end procurement processes for assigned categories, including running RFx (RFPs, RFIs, RFQs) and delivering robust sourcing strategies.

  • Managing multiple supplier relationships, contracts, and negotiations to ensure best-in-class value and service.

  • Supporting the business across a high volume of concurrent projects, managing deadlines, priorities, and stakeholders efficiently.

  • Working cross-functionally to align procurement activity with broader commercial and operational goals.

  • Driving process improvement, cost savings, and value creation through strong procurement practices.

What We're Looking For:

  • Solid experience in procurement/category management, ideally in a fast-paced industry (e.g. retail, FMCG, tech, gaming, hospitality).

  • Demonstrated experience running competitive RFPs and tender processes, and managing supplier contracts through their lifecycle.

  • Excellent negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.

  • A confident multi-tasker who thrives under pressure and can manage multiple projects simultaneously.

  • Ambition and drive - this role suits someone looking to grow into their next career stage with mentorship and development.

Why Join Us?

  • £55,000-£65,000 base salary plus a 30% performance bonus

  • Hybrid working model - 2 days per week in our Stratford office

  • Join a dynamic, fast-growing business where your impact will be recognised

  • Supportive team culture focused on collaboration and career development

  • Structured development plan, including enrolment in the GAP Partnership Negotiation Course

If you're ready to step up, take ownership, and thrive in a challenging but rewarding role - we want to hear from you.

Apply now to start your next chapter.

Desired Skills and Experience

MCIPS
Location:
London
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Business

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