Are you experienced in sourcing direct materials and negotiating with global suppliers? Do you thrive in a fast paced manufacturing environment where strategic procurement drives performance? Ready to take ownership of key raw material categories and influence long term supply decisions?

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has become available to join one of our key clients in the manufacturing sector. As a Direct Category Manager you’ll oversee raw materials and packaging procurement, ensuring best‑practice purchasing, robust supplier performance, and cost‑effective sourcing strategies. This role plays a key part in how the site manages commercial decisions, supplier networks and long‑term procurement planning.

This role would suit candidates working as a Procurement Specialist, Category Buyer, Senior Buyer, Strategic Sourcing Specialist, Direct Materials Buyer, Supply Chain Specialist, Procurement Manager, Raw Materials Buyer, Sourcing Manager, or ...