Job Description
Category Manager/Buyer (GNFR)
We’re seeking a commercially driven Category Manager to lead GNFR (Goods Not For Resale) sourcing activities and deliver value across key spend areas. You’ll be responsible for developing category strategies, leading supplier negotiations, and managing contracts to balance cost, quality, and risk.
Working closely with stakeholders, you’ll use data-driven insights to support decision-making, manage multiple projects, and ensure a strong customer-focused approach. This role is Hybrid - 1 day a week in the office (Nuneaton) and 4 days remote.
What you’ll bring:
We’re seeking a commercially driven Category Manager to lead GNFR (Goods Not For Resale) sourcing activities and deliver value across key spend areas. You’ll be responsible for developing category strategies, leading supplier negotiations, and managing contracts to balance cost, quality, and risk.
Working closely with stakeholders, you’ll use data-driven insights to support decision-making, manage multiple projects, and ensure a strong customer-focused approach. This role is Hybrid - 1 day a week in the office (Nuneaton) and 4 days remote.
What you’ll bring:
- Proven experience in GNFR sourcing and category management
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills
- Ability to analyse data and translate it into actionable insights
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Strong planning and organisational ability
- Experience within a distribution or warehousing environment
- CIPS Level 4/5 (or working towards)
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