Category Manager

Category Manager

Job Ref: Veolia

Pay Rate: £26.44 per hour PAYE

Hours per week: 40 Monday - Friday, normal working hours

This opening assignment is for 3 months with a strong possibility of extension

Kingswood, WS11 8JP

Hybrid

Car allowance (£6600pa/£550pm)

Summary of what the candidate must have to apply:

• Strong procurement or category management background within haulage, waste disposal or similar service-based categories
• Proven tendering experience, including running end-to-end competitive processes
• Demonstrable haulage rate negotiation experience and contract management capability
• Experience managing third-party subcontractors providing transport or disposal services
• Understanding of waste regulations, compliance and environmental standards
• Proficient negotiation, supplier management, data analysis and commercial skills
• Degree in Business, Supply Chain or similar, or CIPS (or working towards)

The role:

You will manage the haulage and waste disposal categories, focusing solely on third-party subcontracted transport and treatment services. The work covers strategic category planning, tendering, commercial negotiation, supplier relationship management, and supporting business units with compliant, cost-effective solutions across road, rail, sea and air freight movements. This role directly supports Veolia's operational needs and wider ecological transformation goals.

Key accountabilities:

• Lead full tendering cycles for haulage and disposal services
• Negotiate rates, commercial terms, fuel mechanisms and demurrage
• Manage subcontractor performance, compliance and risk
• Develop category strategies across multiple waste streams - hazardous, non-hazardous, inert and specialist
• Track category performance using KPIs and spend data
• Work closely with internal stakeholders and Procurement Business Partners
• Maintain alignment with Group Procurement strategy
• Drive innovation, sustainability, cost savings and continuous improvement
• Manage and develop a Category Specialist as required

Requirements/key criteria:

• Relevant degree or CIPS (or working towards)
• Strong category management and procurement experience
• Proven haulage rate negotiation and contract management background
• Experience working with subcontracted service providers
• Knowledge of waste management regulations and compliance
• Strong analytical, commercial and stakeholder management skills
• Understanding of sustainability and ESG requirements

Desirable:

• MCIPS or CMILT
• Experience in waste, environmental services or hazardous waste
• Experience with freight forwarding or international transport
• Strong communication skills and ability to work under pressure

How to Apply

• Quote the Job Title and Reference Number in your application.
• Submit your CV in Word format.
• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis-early submission is recommended.