Category Manager

Building materials supply | M&E | Purchasing strategy leadership
Leeds - Site based
circa £60,000

Are you an experienced procurement professional looking to make a significant impact within a family-owned business? We are seeking a commercially focused Category Manager to lead purchasing strategy, supplier performance and cost optimisation across the organisation.

Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you will take ownership of purchasing and cost estimating activities, ensuring stock availability, driving supplier excellence and delivering measurable commercial value.

Key responsibilities:

Develop and implement purchasing strategies that support business growth and operational objectives
Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing purchasing team
Negotiate contracts, pricing and commercial agreements with key suppliers
Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships while driving performance improvements
Monitor market trends, risks and opportunities to support informed purchasing decisions
Ensure the timely procurement of goods and services to meet business demands
Manage procurement budgets and deliver cost-saving initiatives
Collaborate closely with Operations, Finance, Logistics and Product Development teams
Identify and introduce new suppliers, products and supply chain solutions
Drive continuous improvement across purchasing processes, policies and proceduresAbout you:

Commercially astute with excellent analytical and financial skills
Experience using procurement software and ERP systems
Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management capabilitiesWhy this role?

Opportunity to shape purchasing strategy and influence business performance
Key leadership role with direct impact on commercial success
Family-owned business with ambitious growth plans
Supportive and collaborative working environmentIf you're a proactive procurement leader with a passion for supplier development, cost management and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you. To apply, please submit a copy of your CV quoting reference 10421
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed