Category Manager – Marketing Procurement
Nottingham
A major UK organisation is looking for an experienced Marketing Procurement Category Manager to take ownership of a high‑profile portfolio covering media, market research, production, creative and related marketing services.
This is a key role within a mature, well‑established procurement function. You’ll partner with senior stakeholders across multiple business units and manage relationships with major agency groups, driving value, innovation and commercial performance.
What you’ll be doing
- Leading category strategy across core marketing spend areas
- Managing sourcing activity, negotiations and contract delivery
- Influencing and challenging senior stakeholders to shape commercial decisions
- Building strong relationships across a large, complex organisation
- Driving cost, cash and value improvements in a PE‑backed environment
- Overseeing key supplier partnerships and ensuring compliance and performance
What we’re looking for
- Strong marketing procurement experience (media, creative, production, research etc.)
- Background in retail or a fast‑paced consumer environment
- Confident stakeholder manager who can influence at senior levels
- Curious, proactive, self‑starter who thrives with autonomy
- Comfortable navigating a large organisation and building networks quickly
- Able to work onsite in Nottingham, five days a week
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