Category Manager - Warrington - Inprova Group

    Inprova Group
    Inprova Group Warrington

    6 days ago

    Description

    Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for procurement and leadership? We are looking for a Category Manager to lead and grow their procurement services across a key categories. You'll manage a team of Buyers, develop strategic category plans, and build strong relationships with suppliers and customers.

    What you'll do:

    • Developing and implementing contract management strategies and frameworks to ensure consistency and effectiveness across departments
    • Monitoring contract performance through Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), audits, and compliance checks
    • Managing supplier relationships, including resolving disputes, enforcing remedies for non-compliance, and ensuring service delivery aligns with expectations
    • Collaborating with procurement teams early in the cycle to embed measurable KPIs and ensure contracts are fit for purpose
    • Ensuring legal and policy compliance, especially under frameworks like the Procurement Act 2023
    • Motivate, coach and support a small team, including managing KPIs and identifying any training requirements

    What we're looking for:

    • Degree-level education or equivalent experience.
    • MCIPS qualified with strong procurement expertise.
    • Proven leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
    • Experience in large-scale procurement and public sector procurement regulations.
    • A confident communicator and negotiator with a full driving licence.

    In return we offer a fantastic benefits package including:

    • Income protection – 75% of salary covered if unable to work due to illness (post-probation).
    • Life assurance – 4x basic salary paid as a tax-free lump sum (post-probation).
    • Private Medical Insurance (PMI) – Fully funded cover with family extension options (post-probation).
    • Health cash plan – Reimbursement for medical expenses & discounted gym membership (post-probation).
    • Pension scheme – 5% employer match with salary exchange option.
    • Holiday trading – Buy or sell up to 5 days annually (available in December).
    • Cycle to Work Scheme – Salary sacrifice bike purchases up to £1,000 (post-probation).
    • Electric Vehicle Scheme – Lease an EV via salary sacrifice (eligible after 12 months).
    • Employee support services – Access to legal, financial, bereavement, and medical advice (immediate eligibility).
    • Exclusive mobile deals – Discounted EE contracts for employees & up to 5 friends/family.

    Join our team and be part of a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to making a meaningful difference for our planet and society.

    Our work environment:


    At Inprova, we're more than a procurement organisation—we're a purpose-driven business committed to making a positive impact. As acertified B Corp, we embed Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into everything we do. From reducing carbon emissions to promoting ethical sourcing and community development, we're building a better future—and we want you to be part of it.

    We're also proud to foster adiverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Your unique perspective will be valued, and your contributions will help shape the future of procurement.

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