Category Manager

We are working with a manufacturing business in Hatfield looking for a Category Manager to join their supply chain team.

This role will focus on developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and supporting new product introduction across a range of engineered component categories.

In this Category Manager role, you will:

• Develop sourcing strategies across multiple technical product categories


• Lead supplier negotiations, tenders, and commercial agreements


• Work with engineering and operations teams to ensure suppliers support new product launches


• Drive supplier performance across cost, quality, and delivery


• Identify supply risks and implement mitigation plans

The ideal Category Manager will have:

• Procurement or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment


• Experience sourcing engineered or technical components


• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills


• Experience supporting supply chains for new product introduction


• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and procurement data analysis

This is a hybrid role with 3 days in Hatfield, that offers the opportunity to influence supply chain strategy within a growing manufacturing environment.

To apply for this Category Manager role in Hatfield, send your CV to efrost@redlinegroup.Com or call Ed on 01582 878819.