Category Manager

CompanyMichael Page

LocationManchester, England, United Kingdom

Posted At2/18/2026

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Purchasing managers and directors

Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled

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£54,700 (£28.05 per hour)

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Description

This is a great opportunity for a driven Category manager to bring their experience and expertise to a growing and efficient procurement team. This role is based in central Manchester offering hybrid working arrangements.

Client Details

This opportunity is with a Global leader within Financial services, based out of Manchester offering hybrid working arrangements. They have a strong UK presence and are known as a trusted institution within Financial services.

Description

Key responsibilities for the Category Manager:

To optimise and address 3rd party spend requirements within the marketing and other Indirect Categories.
Identification of industry trends and development related to sourcing and category management
Planning and execution of sourcing events such as: RFP/RFX, negotiations to best meet the business requirements for value, speed, compliance, risk.
Identification and delivery of change opportunities to improve the effectiveness, efficiency and control of sourcing processes
Development, implementation and operation of policies and procedures to help sourcing activities aligned to current and desired standards and compliances

Profile

A successful Category Manager should have:

Strong experience in Indirect procurement.
Experience within the Marketing Category would be beneficial.
Knowledge of the Financial Services industry and the processes within would be beneficial but not essential
Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts effectively and efficiently.
Excellent analytical skills able to mitigate risk while developing procedures and policies to aid support and government compliances.
Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
A commercial mindset and a focus on delivering cost savings while ensuring good external relations for the business
Understanding how the cross functional teams collaborate where needed to ensure business standards and policies are met

Job Offer

Competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £60,000 per annum. (Dependent on Experience)
Permanent position based in Manchester offering hybrid work arrangements with 2 days on site

Opportunities to work within a growing global organisation in the Financial Services industry.

Great benefits package

Opportunity to make a lasting impression and help introduce new strategies while helping to make a difference in an already efficient procurement team.