Category manager Work, Jobs in Knutsford, Chs (with Salaries)

Purchasing Manager
HG Stephensons Ltd —Stockport
- From £45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- In-person
- Leadership
- Health & wellbeing programme
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Category Manager
Essity —Didsbury
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Employee discount
Category Marketing Manager (m/f/d), Dairy
Ingredion UK Limited —Manchester
- Sales
- Marketing
- English
- Referral programme
Quick apply
Category Management Lead Tesco
Kellanova —Salford
- Communication skills
5h
Senior Category Manager - FTC
Sopra Steria —Salford
- Up to £60,000 a year
- Contracts
- Annual leave
14d
Category Manager
The University of Manchester —Manchester
- £37,694 - £46,049 a year
- Hybrid work
- Oracle
- Management
- ERP systems
- Annual leave
13d
Product Category Manager
Fanatics (International) Limited —Manchester
- Merchandising
- Product management
- Organisational skills
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Category Management Lead - Fixed Term Contract 12 months
Kellanova —Salford
- Communication skills
6d
Category Manager - Exclusive Brands
ADI Global Distribution —Oldham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Management
- Sales
Category Manager - Indirect Services
Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC —Northwich
- ERP systems
- Travel
- Business
- Employee assistance programme
Procurement Category Manager
Manchester Metropolitan University —Manchester
- £35,608 - £39,906 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Contracts
- Life insurance
Associate Product Category Manager - Exclusive Brands
ADI Global Distribution —Oldham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
Trade Planning Manager
Co-op —Manchester
- £50,000 - £58,000 a year
- Day shift
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
7d
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
Product Manager - Brick
Wienerberger AG —Cheadle
- Monday to Friday
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Analysis skills
- Project management
- Employee assistance programme
Category Manager
JBT Marel —Adlington
- Full-time
- Engineering
- English
- Analysis skills
Framework Social Value and Impact Manager
Sopra Steria —Manchester
- Up to £50,000 a year
- Management
- Contracts
- Annual leave
Strategic Procurement Manager
PHOENIX Medical Supplies Limited —Borough of Halton
- Monday to Friday
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
13d
Supplier Relationship Manager
Bupa —Salford Quays
- From £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Contracts
- Negotiation
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
Quick apply
6h
Supply Chain Manager (International)
Nichols PLC —Newton-le-Willows
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Employee discount

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Purchasing Manager

HG Stephensons Ltd -
Stockport

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
From £45,000 a year

Benefits

Health & wellbeing programme
Company pension
On-site parking

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
Procurement
Supply chain
Purchasing
Leadership

Full job description

Purchasing Manager – Lead, Optimise, Deliver
Ready to take the lead in a business that values ambition as much as heritage? This is an exciting opportunity to build on the success of an already talented team, strengthening supplier partnerships and supporting the delivery of smarter, more efficient purchasing strategies.

Reporting to the Managing Director, you’ll take ownership of buying strategy and oversee day-to-day operations, leading a team of four Buyers. You’ll play a key role in enhancing supplier performance, refining processes and systems, and ensuring the business remains competitive, agile, and driven by data.

Stephenson’s is an independent family business supplying the catering trade with non-food equipment since 1868.

The Role

This is a hands-on leadership role combining operational control with strategic development (70% operational, 30% Strategic):

Purchasing Operations & Delivery (70%)

Lead end-to-end purchasing, from order management to delivery scheduling
Maintain accurate, real-time system data and clear delivery visibility
Ensure consistent supply continuity, resolving delays, shortages and quality issues proactively
Partner with Category, Caterbar buying group, Marketing and Operations to align supply with demand
Work closely with Goods-In to optimise stock flow and availability

Strategy, Suppliers & Continuous Improvement (30%)

Shape and deliver sourcing strategies aligned to commercial and brand goals
Build strong supplier partnerships, driving performance, value and service
Lead negotiations and monitor market trends to manage risk and unlock opportunity
Act as the business expert on suppliers and purchasing conditions
Improve systems, processes and ways of working
Ensure responsible sourcing, compliance and sustainability standards are met

Leadership & Team Development

Lead, coach and develop a high-performing Buying team
Set clear priorities and drive accountability
Use data to manage cost, performance and risk
Build strong internal and supplier relationships
Champion continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For

Proven leader in purchasing, procurement (essential), with strong supply chain expertise valued.(industry experience or strong product passion preferred)
Commercially sharp with a track record of delivering value
Confident negotiator with strong supplier management skills
Advanced Excel and systems skills; data-driven decision maker
Solid knowledge of purchasing and supply chain operations
Thrives in a fast-paced, priority-driven environment
Highly organised, detail-oriented, and a clear communicator
Strong awareness of sustainability, compliance, and ethical sourcing

Why Join Us

A key leadership role with real ownership and influence
The opportunity to modernise and shape the buying function
Make a direct impact on business performance and supplier strategy
Join a stable, growing business with long-term ambition
Lead and further develop an established, capable team

If you’re a commercially driven leader who thrives on ownership, improvement, and delivering results, we’d love to hear from you. Please follow the attached link www.stephensons.com

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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category manager jobs in knutsford, chs

Purchasing Manager

Category Manager

Category Marketing Manager (m/f/d), Dairy

Category Management Lead Tesco

Senior Category Manager - FTC

Category Manager

Product Category Manager

Category Management Lead - Fixed Term Contract 12 months

Category Manager - Exclusive Brands

Category Manager - Indirect Services

Procurement Category Manager

Associate Product Category Manager - Exclusive Brands

Trade Planning Manager

Merchandiser (Maternity Cover)

Product Manager - Brick

Category Manager

Framework Social Value and Impact Manager

Strategic Procurement Manager

Supplier Relationship Manager

Supply Chain Manager (International)

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