Senior Category Manager

Senior Category Manager – FleetUp to £80,000 Basic salaryFlexible hybrid working (1–2 days per week in the office, location-based)Chippenham or NorthamptonOutsource UK is seeking an experienced Senior Category Manager (Fleet) to join a hybrid-based team in Chippenham/Northampton. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong procurement and category management expertise, particularly in fleet management, to take ownership of a commercial fleet portfolio.Key Responsibilities:Manage commercial fleets, hire cars, and company cars from a procurement perspectiveDevelop and execute category strategies for fleet procurementNegotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and service levelsLead, coach, and support a small team with autonomyUnderstand technical specifications and apply this knowledge in procurement decisionsBuild strong relationships internally and externallySkills & Experience Required:Extensive procurement experience, ideally within 3PL but not essentialTechnical understanding of fleet vehicles (not engineering level, but able to grasp specifications and requirements)Previous fleet portfolio management experienceStrong category management skillsTeam leadership/line management experienceExcellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skillsThis is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take ownership of a fleet procurement portfolio, influence strategy, and work in a supportive, hybrid environment.Apply now with Outsource UK to take the next step in your procurement career!