Assistant Category Manager

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a well-established organisation who are based in Central Manchester and are known for their strong market presence and collaborative work environment. They focus on delivering quality products and services while fostering innovation within its procurement and supply chain operations.

Job Description

As Assistant Category Manager you will report into the Category Manager and be working within the HR & Professional Services Category!

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Own some of your smaller categories end-to-end, supporting with stakeholder and supplier engagement, planning, sourcing and supplier management.
• Analyse financial, supplier and market data to identify trends, delivering value, service improvements and commercial benefits.
• Execute sourcing activity in line with the category plan, including tendering, analysis, selection, negotiation and contracting with suppliers.
• Support sourcing projects across the wider category.
• Facilitate key supplier meetings.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Assistant Category Manager should have:

• Experience in procurement, supply chain, or category management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills for supplier and stakeholder engagement.
• Proficiency in using procurement tools and software.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, including sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiation.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £35,000 to £43,000 per annum depending on experience.
• Flexible working arrangements with 1-2 days on-site in Manchester city centre.
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative environment within a market leading organisation.
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Excellent company pension & wider benefits.
• Permanent, full-time position offering stability and career progression.