A leading global manufacturing organisation is seeking a permanent Category Manager to join their team in Hatfield. This role offers a flexible working arrangement, with up to two days per week working from home, and a salary of up to 45,000.The successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic leadership, managing commercial responsibilities, and driving the long-term development of designated supply categories, including PCBA''s, plastics, and electrical and mechanical assemblies and more.Ideal candidates will have prior experience in purchasing or procurement, with a specific focus on sourcing PCBA''s. Role responsibilities of the Category Manager include:Design, execute, and oversee multi-year category strategies aligned with the company''s business roadmap and objectives.Lead high-impact sourcing initiatives, including competitive tenders and complex negotiations.Develop comprehensive cost models, conduct should-cost analysis and formulate long-term cost reduction strategies.Foster and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers across categories.Drive supplier development initiatives focused on enhancing quality, delivery performance, process capabilities, and operational efficiencies.Identify and mitigate single-source risks by implementing dual sourcing strategies or alternative supply options.Person Specification of the Category Manager:Prior experience in a purchasing or procurement role, with a minimum of sourcing PCBAs. ..... full job details .....