HR/Professional services Category Manager

Salary: Competitive and based on experience Location: Greater Manchester/Cheshire

Keywords: Category Management, HR Systems, Software Negotiations, Data Analysis, Interpersonal Skills, Commercial Thinking

A global organisation is seeking an experienced

Category Manager

to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management across HR and professional services categories. This is a high-impact role offering exposure to global stakeholders, complex procurement challenges, and transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and execute sourcing strategies across HR services (recruitment, learning & development, benefits) and professional services (consulting, legal, audit). Lead supplier negotiations, contract management, and risk mitigation for high-value categories. Collaborate with stakeholders across HR, finance, legal, and operations to align procurement with business goals. Drive innovation, cost optimisation, and supplier performance through strategic partnerships. Support procurement transformation and continuous improvement initiatives across the group.

Ideal Candidate:

Proven experience in HR and professional services category management within a global or complex organisation. Strong commercial acumen and ...