Category Manager - Auxiliary Equipment

Category Manager - Auxiliary Equipment

Major offshore wind project in Scotland.

• Develop and execute a category strategy to optimize cost, quality, and efficiency.
• Manage relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Guide and lead a team of Category Buyers and Operational Buyers to execute procurement activities in accordance with agreed service levels.
• Get directly involved in high‑value / critical spot buys and framework agreements.
• Manage performance of the category team, reporting and tracking KPIs.
• Conduct market research (knowledge of suppliers, state‑of‑the‑art technology, etc.).
• Develop and sustain supplier relationships with key suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with sourcing procedures and contract management.
• Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reductions, and innovation.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in strategic purchasing, category management or logistics management.
• Experience in the maritime and/or civil infrastructure company is a plus.
• Proven experience in coaching and leading a team.
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills with the ability to manage high‑value contracts.