Category Manager Indirect ServicesLocation:Northwich / Manchester (Hybrid)Be part of shaping Dechras global Indirect Procurement strategyAbout the RoleWere building something exciting at Dechra. Our newly createdIndirect Procurement functionsits at the heart of our global Supply Chain organisation and were looking for aCategory Manager Indirect Serviceswho can help shape, elevate, and professionalise how we buy and manage critical services across the business.If you loveautonomy,strategic ownership, and the chance to build category strategies from the ground up, this is your opportunity to make a genuine impact across a fast-growing international pharmaceutical manufacturer specialising in animal health.What Youll LeadAs our Category Manager, you will own key indirect services categories including:Corporate & Professional ServicesHR / Finance / Audit / TaxMarketingFleet and TravelOther strategic indirect spend areasYou will drive efficiency, performance, and value by:Developing and delivering category strategies that unlock savings and improve serviceLeading supplier negotiations, SRM, and risk mitigationUsing market intelligence to keep us competitiveBuilding strong partnerships across the business including global stakeholdersEnsuring compliance and embedding procurement best practiceCreating clear KPIs to track and enhance supplier performanceThis role ishigh-visibility, high-impact, and perfectly suited to someone who thrives in a growing procurement function with a blank canvas to innovate.Why Dechra?When you join Dechra, you join a purpose-driven organisation dedicated to improving the lives of animals worldwide. Youll be part of a culture shaped by our values:Dedication | Enjoyment | Courage | Honesty | Relationships | AmbitionHere, procurement is not just a transactional function its a strategic enabler, and your expertise will help transform how our organisation operates globally.What You BringWere looking for someone who can combine procurement expertise with influential stakeholder engagement:Several years experience inprocurement within a global professional environmentProven track record leading indirect categoriesStrong negotiation & commercial skillsAbility to build relationships at all levels, including C-suiteExperience creating category strategies from scratchUnderstanding of legal & contractual frameworksERP / multi-site systems experienceTCO & end-to-end supply chain mindsetBonus:CIPS qualification, leadership experience, and pharmaceutical or regulated-industry exposure.Growth, Ownership & OpportunityThis is your chance to:Shape an evolving global procurement functionInfluence strategic decisions across the businessOwn key categories with real autonomyDrive measurable value, efficiency and performanceBuild your career within a supportive, ambitious, values-led organisationGlobal travel may occasionally be required but your core base will be Northwich or Manchester with hybrid flexibility.Ready to Make an Impact?If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for continuous improvement and building world-class procurement capability, wed love to hear from you.Apply now and help shape the future of Indirect Procurement at Dechra.JBRP1_UKTJ