Category Manager – Indirect Procurement (Agency Labour)

Northampton (3 days on-site)

£40,000 – £60,000 + £6,000 car allowance + benefits

The opportunity

This is a standout step-up role for someone ready to move into Category Management and take real ownership. You’ll lead a c.£50m agency labour category within a fast-paced, commercially driven business that genuinely values procurement and its impact.

You don’t need direct labour category experience — if you’ve worked across indirects and are ready to step up, this role gives you the platform to do it.

What you’ll be doing

• Own and develop a c.£50m agency labour category
• Build and implement category strategy focused on cost, compliance, and performance
• Partner with stakeholders across operations, HR, and finance
• Lead supplier engagement, negotiations, and contract management
• Deliver sourcing activity, tenders, and commercial outcomes
• Identify and drive cost-saving and value improvement opportunities

What we’re looking for

• Background in indirect procurement (labour experience not essential)
• Currently a Buyer / Senior Buyer ready to step into Category Management
• Strong commercial mindset with good analytical capability
• Confident stakeholder engagement and ability to influence
• Comfortable working in a fast-moving, evolving environment

Why this role

• Clear step into a Category Manager position with real ownership
• High-value, high-visibility spend area (£50m)
• Supportive leadership and strong development opportunity
• Fast-paced business where you can make an immediate impact
• Great culture and collaborative environment

If you’re looking to take that next step into Category Management and want exposure to a complex, high-value category, this is a brilliant opportunity.