Procurement Category Manager - Polymers

Elevation Recruitment Procurement & Supply Chain division are delighted to be supporting a PLC manufacturing business, with the search & selection of a Category Procurement Manager – Polymers, based in South Yorkshire.

Job Title: Category Procurement Manager – Polymers

Category Spend Responsibility: ~ £80 million

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Category Procurement Manager to lead our global polymers category, managing an annual spend of approximately £80 million. This is a high-impact role responsible for developing and executing category strategies that deliver value, innovation, and supply security across a complex and dynamic market.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive category strategy for polymers aligned with business objectives
• Manage end-to-end procurement activities including sourcing, supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management
• Deliver cost savings, cost avoidance, and value creation initiatives across the category
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Monitor market trends, risks, and opportunities within the polymers sector
• Drive supplier performance through KPIs, continuous improvement, and innovation initiatives
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, sustainability goals, and risk management frameworks

• Proven experience in procurement or category management, ideally within polymers, chemicals, or related industries
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of managing large polymer or Resin spend categories (preferably £50m+) both virgin & recycled materials
• Skilled negotiator with experience managing strategic supplier relationships
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret market data and translate insights into action
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Degree qualified in a relevant field (e.g., Supply Chain, Business, Engineering) or equivalent experience
• CIPS qualification (or working towards) is desirable

• Competitive salary of £60,000 – £70,000 + Car + Package
• Performance-related bonus
• Flexible / hybrid working
• Career progression opportunities within a global organisation

If you are a strategic procurement professional ready to take ownership of a critical category and drive real business impact, we would love to hear from you.