Category Manager Jobs in United Kingdom
All jobs below are from employers who hold a valid UK sponsor licence and can issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
Category Manager roles are classified under Purchasing managers and directors (SOC 1134) and qualify for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Employers with a valid sponsor licence can hire internationally for this role. View our occupation codes & salary thresholds to understand how the required salary is calculated.
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What purchasing managers and directors earn in the UK
UK market basic pay at a glance
How visa salary requirements compare to what employers pay.
Most purchasing managers and directors in the UK earn between £45,604 and £78,624 in basic pay. For Skilled Worker visa holders, the minimum salary (going rate) for this role is £54,700 (SOC 1134), sitting at the 41st percentile of what UK employers pay and £5,100 below the median.
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Are you a commercially driven Category Manager with a passion for workwear and PPE? Looking for a role where you can own the full product lifecycle, influence innovation, and bring high-quality, compliant products to market? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a Category Manager - Professional Workwear & PPE to join our growing team. The Impact You Will Have in This Role As Category Manager, you will take full ownership of the Professional Workwear range, driving the briefing, develop
Do you have experience of procuring or delivering Clinical Managed Services with the public sector? Join our NHS Shared Business Services health family as a Principal Category Manager where your expertise in public procurement, managed service delivery and category management will have a real impact. Supporting customers with front line service delivery, better patient outcomes and identifying opportunities for efficiency and savings! This is a pivotal role in the Health team, managing several l
The Senior Category Manager will be responsible for leading category strategies and delivering insights to drive business growth. This role requires expertise in category management from and FMCG background and a strategic approach to customer and market needs. Client Details This opportunity is within a well-established and reputable organisation in the FMCG industry. The company operates on a global scale and is known for its high-quality products and commitment to excellence. They are known f
This exciting opportunity as a Senior Category Manager - Professional Services requires expertise in procurement in managing a HR / Corporate Services Category Client Details This opportunity is with a well-established organisation which is transforming and growing. We're looking for a Senior Category Manager to join our growing Indirect Procurement team. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape category strategy, influence senior stakeholders, and drive meaningful commercial outcomes across Cor
Business Area: Nestlé UK&I - Confectionery Customer Category Manager – Wholesale & Convenience: Fixed Term Contract up to 12 months Location: York (Hybrid working – approx. 2-3 flexible days a week at our office) Salary: £40k to £45k pro rata dependent upon experience Some Of Our Other Fantastic Benefits Potential, discretionary annual bonus Generous pension scheme 12 flexible days on top of 25 days annual holiday entitlement pro rata 2 paid volunteering days A focus on personal developm
The role oversees end-to-end category management within a technical manufacturing environment, developing sourcing strategies, managing key suppliers, and driving cost optimisation. It combines strategic planning with hands-on procurement activity, partnering closely with cross-functional teams to improve performance and support business growth. Client Details Our client is an established manufacturing business known for its strong technical capability and commitment to safety, innovation, and c
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping category strategy, enhancing supply chain performance, and delivering tangible value across the organisation. You will support the development and execution of category plans, using data insights and market knowledge to drive cost efficiencies, mitigate risk, and support successful product launches. Client Details This organisation operates within the public sector and is known for its commitment to delivering essential services. As a
Why Dechra? Thank you for checking out our vacancy, we're delighted you want to learn more about joining Dechra. A career at Dechra is different. Sure, we're a growing global company with a presence in 27 countries but our purpose is simple - to achieve the sustainable improvement of animal health and welfare globally. If you want to be part of a team that invests in your future and ensures you have the support to reach your full potential and thrive, please read on. The Opportunity The Professi
At Beiersdorf, we want to help people feel good about their skin – and our commitment goes far beyond caring for skin. For 140 years, we have developed innovative skin and body care products for well-known brands such as NIVEA, Eucerin and Elastoplast. In this role you will be part of an international diverse Media team jointly responsible for the worldwide media investments across all Beiersdorf brands such as NIVEA, Eucerin & Elastoplast. This is an unique opportunity to further develop th
STADA UK Thornton & Ross is on an exciting growth journey with more than 700 employees being fully committed to our purpose of Caring for People’s Health as a Trusted Partner. Together we are shaping the future of Thornton & Ross by living our values of Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Agility and One STADA. If you want to work in an open culture where your uniqueness is valued, join our Team. STADA UK Thornton & Ross – Senior Procurement Category Manager -Commercial Indirect Reading |U.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Category Manager roles fall under SOC 1134 (Purchasing managers and directors), which is eligible for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Employers with a valid sponsor licence can sponsor Category Manager positions.