Category Manager

# Category Manager Job IntroductionAt Tarmac , we're recruiting for a Category Manager - Mobile Plant Equipment to join our team at the T3 Head Office in Solihull .This is a pivotal role, responsible for leading Mobile Plant Equipment purchases, rentals, R&M service agreements as well as earthworks, outsourced quarry load and haul agreements, and contract crushing. If you're already in a managerial role within the quarrying industry and have strong insight into these categories, this could be the perfect step into a Head Office function.As Category Manager, you'll report into the Senior Procurement Manager and take ownership of managing and controlling local spend in the Mobile Plant Equipment category cluster - a portfolio worth around £100 million. More than that, you'll have the opportunity to shape best practice strategies that deliver real value, cost savings, and innovation across Tarmac. What you'll be doing: Managing strategic supplier relationships to drive value in line with Tarmac's objectives Engaging and influencing stakeholders at every level, including Excom, CRH Cluster teams and local functions Acting as Tarmac's in-house expert in Mobile Plant Equipment Maximising contract value through compliance, business engagement and stakeholder responsiveness Driving procurement KPI performance through effective contract management Creating a culture of continuous improvement with measurable results Leveraging synergies across UK and Ireland clusters to deliver best value What we're looking for: We want a Category Manager who either brings proven experience in a similar role or has considerable experience working with the category in an Operational role, with the ability to think strategically, challenge ways of working, and drive innovation. You'll need strong stakeholder management skills, the confidence to influence at senior level, and the resilience to solve complex problems.If you're an internal applicant considering a career move, this is an excellent opportunity to step into a broader role, work cross-functionally, and make a real impact in shaping Tarmac's future.At Tarmac, who you are matters . If you're proud of a job well done, enjoy working collaboratively, and are ambitious to make things better, you'll feel right at home here. We offer: Bonus scheme Company car / car allowance Enhanced holiday entitlement Contributory pension scheme Discounts via the Tarmac Reward website Free and confidential support through our Employee Assistance helpline Nine active Employee Communities (including REACH, LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female Voice, Menopause, and more) Ongoing training and career development opportunitiesYou'll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team with the scope to grow your career across both Tarmac and the wider CRH Group.Apply today and take the next step in your career journey.Tarmac Trading Limited Attached documents Salary Excellent Salary + Bonus + Benefits + Car/car allowance Frequency Annual Job Reference tarmac/TP/39940/7119 Contract Type Permanent Closing Date 08 October, 2025 Job Category Procurement Business Unit Business Performance Location Solihull, United Kingdom Posted on 08 September, 2025 OpenStreetMap contributorsDirections to Spread the word