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Assistant Category Manager

Manchester Permanent £35,000 - £45,000 per year View Job Description
This role involves supporting the category management team, focusing on procurement and supply chain activities. The Assistant Category Manager will play a key role in ensuring smooth operations and achieving strategic goals in Manchester.
  • New Assistant Category Manager Position based in Manchester
  • Opportunity to join a national brand with excellent company benefits!

About Our Client

The company is a well-established organisation within its industry, known for its robust procurement and supply chain operations. It is a medium-sized organisation with a strong presence in Manchester, offering a professional environment for career development.

Job Description

As Assistant Category Manager, duties will include, however, not be limited to:

  • Own your categories end-to-end, leading stakeholder and supplier engagement, planning, sourcing, and supplier management
  • Analyse financial, supplier, and market data to identify trends and deliver commercial benefits
  • Execute sourcing activity in line with the category plan, including tendering, analysis, selection, negotiation, and contracting
  • Support sourcing projects across the wider category
  • Facilitate key supplier meetings and governance.
  • Monitor market trends and provide insights to support category decisions.
  • Contribute to achieving the overall goals of the procurement and supply chain team.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Assistant Category Manager should have:

  • A strong background working in procurement.
  • Knowledge of category management principles and practices.
  • Excellent organisational and analytical skills to support decision-making processes.
  • Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for data management and reporting.
  • The ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and achieving objectives

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from £35,000 to £45,000 per annum.
  • Permanent position based in Manchester.
  • Hybrid working with 2 -3 days per week working in the central Manchester offices.
  • Excellent wider company benefits.
  • Opportunities for career growth and development in procurement and supply chain management.
  • Supportive team and leadership to help you succeed in your role.



Contact
Lizzie Crocker
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6921170
Phone number
+441133889055

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Indirect Procurement
Sector
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Manchester
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lizzie Crocker
Consultant phone
+441133889055
Job reference
JN-012026-6921170