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Category Manager - Strategic Procurement

Signet Resources
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Reading, Berkshire RG30 3HG

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The company is seeking a Category Manager to lead strategic procurement efforts during a transformational journey.
  • Candidates should have proven experience in category strategy and supplier negotiation, along with the ability to influence stakeholders.
  • The role offers a competitive salary of up to £58,000 and includes generous pension and holiday allowances.
  • This position requires a minimum of several years of relevant experience in procurement and commercial strategy.
  • The successful candidate will work in a hybrid model from the Reading HQ, contributing to purpose-driven work that impacts millions.

Are you ready to make a real impact in a business on a transformational journey?

We’re undergoing a major turnaround—redefining how we serve millions, protect the environment, and future-proof essential services. A key part of that vision is living within our means, which is why we’re seeking strategic procurement professionals who bring sharp commercial thinking and a drive for value.

As a Category Manager, you'll be the go-to expert in your category—leading end-to-end strategy, managing supplier performance, and driving commercial excellence. Your insight will shape decisions worth up to £100m and help reshape how we deliver value from our supply chain.

What you’ll bring:

  • Proven experience in category strategy and supplier negotiation

  • Confidence navigating complexity and influencing stakeholders

  • A commercial mindset and appetite for delivering real change

What’s in it for you?

  • Competitive salary up to £58,000

  • Generous pension and holiday allowance

  • Hybrid working from Reading HQ

  • Wellbeing perks, career growth, and purpose-driven work

Be part of a team that’s rebuilding with intention. If you’re ready to challenge the status quo and help shape the future, we’d love to hear from you.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.