Manufacturing Category Lead, West Sussex, Competitive Salary!

Your new company
Renowned Manufacturing Company looking for a Category Lead with people management experience OR leadership capabilities who is ready to step up and manage a team

Your new role

• An exciting opportunity to work with a world class manufacturer
• High autonomy and responsibilities in developing and implementing strategic category strategies for cost reduction
• Supplier relationship building and management
• Lead and manage team performance

What you'll need to succeed

• Purchasing experience and category management within complex manufacturing/ OEM sectors mandatory (no retail/ FMCG sectors)
• Working closely with engineers (engineering understanding is mandatory)
• Strong stakeholder engagement, relationship building skills
• Proven track record of cost reductions and project management, NPI a plus!

What you'll get in return

• Opportunity to work with a world class manufacturer with strong progression
• High autonomy and people management responsibility
• Hybrid work system, only 2 days onsite
• Competitive salary + excellent benefits including car scheme and personalised benefits!

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, please email your updated CV to with your current salary, desired salary, notice period and post code.

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