Back Posted: Jun 21 2025

Category Manager

Cheshire West and Chester, Cheshire , United Kingdom

Engineering jobs >> Manufacturing

Negotiable

Permanent

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Global Category Manager – Capital Equipment & Engineering Machinery Parts

Permanent, Full-Time Hybrid working Model

We are seeking a Global Category Manager with deep procurement expertise in Capital Equipment, OEM Spare Parts, and Engineering Machinery Components. This strategic role will support global growth initiatives and optimise the company’s manufacturing footprint across Europe.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead end-to-end procurement strategy for Capital Equipment, OEM Spares, and Engineering Machinery Components, supporting greenfield developments and capacity expansion.

* Develop Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models to drive long-term value and present commercial data to stakeholders.

* Manage Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) for your categories, ensuring supplier performance and innovation align with business and customer needs.

* Oversee contract management, ensuring global suppliers meet SLAs and contracts reflect ongoing business priorities.

* Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to ensure technical and commercial alignment.

* Evaluate machinery and suppliers from a mechanical/engineering perspective to ensure equipment quality and long-term operational efficiency.

* Identify and mitigate risks across the capital equipment and spare parts supply chain, including quality, delivery, and cost issues.

* Track and report on supplier KPIs and SLA performance, providing updates and recommendations to stakeholders.

* Contribute to projects supporting business expansion and efficiency improvements across existing global operations.

* Develop and implement global sourcing strategies that deliver measurable value.

* Optimise the global supplier base and build high-performing, long-term partnerships.

* Drive innovation and cost savings through lifecycle insight and proactive procurement planning.

* Support international growth and help optimise the company’s existing production footprint.

Key Skills and Experience

* Proven experience in direct category procurement of Capital Equipment, OEM Spares, and Engineering Machinery Components within a manufacturing or Engineering setting.

* Strong knowledge of process equipment and mechanical systems used in manufacturing environments.

* Comfortable reviewing technical specifications and evaluating equipment quality with suppliers.

* Strong stakeholder engagement and experience working with global supply partners.

* Skilled in contract negotiation, supplier development, and risk management.

What We Are Looking For

* University degree in Procurement, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field.

* CIPS or equivalent qualification preferred.

* Strong experience in procurement or category management within a manufacturing /Engineering environment.

* Experience sourcing from Europe and/or global emerging markets.

* Willingness to travel internationally (approximately once per month)

No. of positions available*: 1
Salary: Negotiable
Experience: None
Education: None
Post Date: June 21, 2025
Job id:. CV-91173
Position Type: Permanent
Applicants: 0
Views: 5

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