category manager Work, Jobs in chorley, lan (with Salaries)

Category Manager
JBT Marel —Adlington
- Full-time
- Engineering
- English
- Analysis skills
Procurement Manager
BAE Systems —Preston
- £60,000 a year
- Management
- Project management
- Continuous improvement
7d
Frame Category Manager - Optical
Hakim Group —Darwen
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
5d
Merchandiser (Maternity Cover)
WOURTH Group —Skelmersdale
- Up to £37,500 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Merchandising
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
- Store discount
Quick apply
Category Manager
The University of Manchester —Manchester
- £37,694 - £46,049 a year
- Hybrid work
- Oracle
- Management
- ERP systems
- Annual leave
12d
Category Manager
Essity —Didsbury
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Employee discount
Product Category Manager
Fanatics (International) Limited —Manchester
- Merchandising
- Product management
- Organisational skills
Quick apply
Associate Product Category Manager - Exclusive Brands
ADI Global Distribution —Oldham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
Manager Purchasing
JBT Marel —Adlington
- Full-time
- Data analysis skills
- Travel
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Category Manager - Exclusive Brands
ADI Global Distribution —Oldham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Management
- Sales
Procurement Category Manager
Manchester Metropolitan University —Manchester
- £35,608 - £39,906 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Contracts
- Life insurance
14d
Procurement Category Manager
Sefton Council —Sefton
- £51,356 - £52,413 a year
- Full-time
- Contracts
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
9d
Group Purchasing Manager
Tangerine Group —Lytham
- Up to £65,000 a year
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- IT
- Business
1d
Trade Planning Manager
Co-op —Manchester
- £50,000 - £58,000 a year
- Day shift
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
6d
Senior Category Manager - FTC
Sopra Steria —Salford
- Up to £60,000 a year
- Contracts
- Annual leave
14d
Category Specialist
Westinghouse Electric Company —Preston
- Bachelor's degree
- Employee assistance programme
- Life insurance
Category Management Lead - Fixed Term Contract 12 months
Kellanova —Salford
- Communication skills
6d
Framework Social Value and Impact Manager
Sopra Steria —Manchester
- Up to £50,000 a year
- Management
- Contracts
- Annual leave
Lead Buyer - Information Technology
MBDA —Bolton
- £45,000 - £55,000 a year
- Overtime
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Free parking
3d
Technology Procurement Lead
BAE Systems —Preston
- £50,000 a year
- Analysis skills

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Category Manager

JBT Marel -
Adlington

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Job details

Full-time

Qualifications

Sourcing
Category management
Engineering
Supply chain
English
Analysis skills
Continuous improvement
Business
Communication skills
Negotiation

Full job description

Are you ready to make an impact in a global food processing organisation?

JBT Marel is expanding our Prepared Foods EMEA Sourcing team and we are looking for an experienced Category Manager to join us in Adlington .

In this role, you will play a key part in shaping sourcing strategies for key direct material categories, working closely with cross-functional teams across the organisation. You will contribute to delivering innovation, cost efficiency, and high standards in supplier quality and delivery performance, helping strengthen our global supply chain.

What you’ll be doing

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for key direct material categories to support business objectives.
Lead the full source-to-contract process , including supply market analysis, supplier qualification, RFQs, negotiations, and contracting.
Build and manage strong supplier relationships, driving performance, cost optimisation, and continuous improvement.
Collaborate with engineering, production, and project teams to ensure early supplier involvement in development projects.
Identify and implement cost reduction and value improvement initiatives within the supply chain.
Monitor supplier performance and ensure delivery, cost, and quality targets are achieved.
Support innovation and supply chain development through proactive supplier engagement and market insights.

About You

You are a driven and commercially minded sourcing professional who thrives in an international, fast-paced environment. You enjoy working cross-functionally and building strong relationships both internally and externally.

You bring a proactive mindset, strong negotiation skills, and a passion for continuous improvement. You are motivated by achieving results and identifying opportunities to optimise supply chain performance.

You’ll bring

Strong negotiation and supplier management skills, with the ability to drive performance improvements.
A strategic mindset combined with a hands-on approach to sourcing and supply chain optimisation.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify risks and opportunities within the supply base.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
A proactive and self-motivated attitude with a strong focus on results.
Interest in technology, manufacturing processes, and supply chain development.
Willingness to travel internationally (approximately 40 days per year ).

Experience & Qualifications

Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field .
Proven experience in sourcing or category management, preferably within an international manufacturing environment.
Experience working with global suppliers and managing strategic supplier relationships.
Knowledge of sourcing markets in Eastern Europe is considered an advantage.
Experience managing RFQs, supplier negotiations, and contracting processes.
Strong written and spoken English ; additional language skills are an advantage.
Experience working in multicultural, cross-functional organisations.

What’s in it for you

The opportunity to work in an international, fast-growing organisation .
A key role influencing sourcing strategy and supply chain performance.
Collaboration with global teams across engineering, operations, and procurement.
Opportunities for professional growth and personal development.
A collaborative working culture where individual initiative is valued.
Exposure to innovative technologies and global supply markets.
Competitive salary and attractive employee benefits.

Who we are

JBT Marel is a global leader in food processing solutions, committed to driving innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence across the industry. With offices in more than 100 countries, we support customers worldwide with advanced technology and integrated solutions for food production.

Interested?

If you are ready to take the next step in your sourcing career and contribute to a growing global organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Apply via the “Apply” button and submit your CV together with a short introduction about yourself. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and the role may be filled before the application deadline.

For further information about the role, please contact
Craig Maiden, Talent Acquisition Specialist [email protected]

Learn more about us at: https://jbtmarel.com Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jbtmarel/

Join us — and help shape the future of sourcing at JBT Marel.

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