Average Category Manager salary in the UK

Leading utilities provider require a (Construction & Engineering) Category Manager. An exciting role, entailing; sourcing, category strategy development and stakeholder partnering, the Category Manager will shape how the organisation procures, manages and delivers construction and engineering services across the business. The Category Manager will have experience across; construction, engineering, FM, works, estates and/or utilities/public sector procurement. The Category Manager will be responsible for leading end-to-end category management across construction and engineering, developing and delivering category strategies that maximise value, drive continuous improvement, and minimise commercial risk. Managing a portfolio of Construction & Engineering Services suppliers, ensuring strong performance, compliance, and added value throughout the full contract lifecycle. Specific duties of the Category Manager include: Lead the development and delivery of construction and engineering category and demand strategies aligned to business needsStakeholder engagement, management and working on scope of workLead sourcing activities including tenders, negotiations, and contract awardsDeliver value across the sourcing lifecycle while minimising total cost of ownershipPromote procurement best practice across the full lifecycle, keeping processes current and effective Category Manager applicants should meet the following criteria: Previous procurement experience across; construction, engineering, FM, estates, capital programmes, works or asset maintenanceAble to function across the entire procurement lifecyclePrevious exposure to public/utilities sector procurement (UCR, PCR, or PA23), is desirableStrong stakeholder engagement skillsCIPS/MCIPS - desirable

We are currently looking for a Category Pipeline Manager (Defence) with experience creating category strategies and aligning with business objectives, to join a Defence Authority on a contract basis for 6 + months, Hybrid working in Bristol Office. Suitable candidates must be willing to undergo a higher level of Clearance - Security Clearance (SC Clearance) Top 3 essential skills: Strong experience in pipeline or portfolio management within a complex organisation.Track record in developing Category management strategiesExcellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.Qualifications: CIPS Desirable/ good to have: APM Project Fundamentals or Practitioner (or equivalent).Portfolio Management certification (e.g., MoP)Eligible to undergo Security Clearance - Client will sponsor SC Clearance Interviews will start as soon good candidates are available, if you are interested do not delay the response and forward you updated CV today. If you would like to discuss further about this opportunity or others in the UK Public Sector, please reach out (extension 8144) and ask for Cristina Ghenu or you may email me at Guaranteed Interview Scheme As a member of the GIS scheme, our client guarantees to interview all candidates who have a Disability/ or Veteran / or has a Military spouse/partner and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify for the above, please notify us on

Category Manager – Grocery multsHybrid working – Midlands (x2 days in office) Salary DOE c£50k + Company car + Bonus + PackageClient:Globally recognised and with £multi-billion Group & UK turnover they’re certainly a standout employer in the UK FMCG arenaThey’re growing their Category team to achieve further growth and becoming even closer to their grocery multiple retail partnersThe successful candidate will be working on their largest Top 4 Grocery Multiple relationshipYou will be responsible for:Providing category recommendations to grocery retail buyers and merchandisers to hit brand and account objectivesPresenting to key stakeholders both internally and with customers on a regular basisProviding insight into in store activations and Off Shelf DisplayBeing the first point of contact for the customer as their category expertLeading range and category reviews – align recommendations to category strategyThe successful candidate will have:Significant experience in Category Management within the FMCG industryA proven track record in being able to build and influence key stakeholdersExcellent analytical skills with a strong understanding of different data sourcesStrong understanding of the FMCG Grocery sectorIf you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you! Apply now and take the next step in your career quoting reference 9/17539/7. Confidentiality assured.Whilst we would like to respond to all our on-line applicants, regrettably we are unable to do so due to the high volumes we receive. If you do not hear back within 14 days unfortunately the relevant consultant has decided not to progress with your application. For alternative opportunities please search our vacancies on this site.Seven Search & Selection Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary (interim) workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C’s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found right at the bottom of this page.