Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving growth and maximising value? We are looking for an ambitious Category Manager to join a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation within the utilities sector. This is your chance to own a critical category, shape supplier relationships, influence purchasing strategy, and make a real impact on operational and commercial performance.

• Own and manage a defined category portfolio, developing and executing strategies that deliver value, cost savings, and performance improvement.

• Lead market analysis, supplier benchmarking, and competitor insights to identify opportunities for innovation and growth.

• Lead strategic initiatives, including market analysis, competitor insight, identification of growth opportunities, and deployment of digital and AI-based initiatives.

• Support P&L operations by collaborating with commercial, supply chain, and operational teams to ensure product line profitability and regional performance.

• Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including sales teams, R&D, marketing, operations, distributors, and customers.

• Provide training and guidance on product knowledge and support the implementation of business improvement initiatives.

• Private Company Bonus Structure 
• 25 Days Annual Leave 
• Life Assurance Cover 
• Private Pension 
• Holiday Buy and Sell Scheme 

• Degree-level qualification in a technical or business-related field.

• Proven experience in product management, ideally within the utilities or manufacturing sector.

• Strong project management experience, including leading teams and delivering complex initiatives.

• Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills.

• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Innovative, proactive, and able to drive change while working independently.

Personal Attributes:

• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business objectives into actionable plans.

• Ability to influence and lead teams across multiple functions.

• Detail-oriented, organised, and focused on delivering results.

This role offers the chance to make a tangible impact on product strategy and growth within a dynamic and globally connected business.

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