Part of the Genuit Group, we combine long-term stability with a culture built on teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement. We encourage fresh ideas, invest in development and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone feels like they belong.
This role sits within the Water Management Division of Genuit Group, encompassing a portfolio of well-established businesses including Polypipe Building Products, Polypipe Civils, and Polypipe Building Services.
We welcome applications from candidates based locally or within a central proximity to our key sites, which include Doncaster, Horncastle and Kent.
Role Overview: This role is responsible for developing and delivering category strategies across a defined portfolio of indirect spend, including capital expenditure, transport, and packaging. The focus is on ensuring security of supply, cost competitiveness, and robust contractual arrangements across multiple sites.
You will lead complex sourcing activities, manage key supplier relationships, and influence stakeholders to ensure procurement delivers measurable value aligned to business objectives.
With a particular emphasis on capital projects, logistics networks, and packaging optimisation, the role drives strong commercial governance, effective risk mitigation, and structured supplier engagement across high-value and operationally critical spend areas.
Operating within a strategic, multi-site environment, this position requires strong commercial judgement, contract expertise, and the ability to work effectively within a matrix organisation.
What you'll be doing:
Category Strategy and Ownership
Develop and implement short, medium, and long-term category strategies
Understand market dynamics, cost drivers, and supply risks
Track and analyse relevant commodity indices to inform pricing strategies, supplier negotiations, and forward cost visibility
Lead sourcing decisions aligned to business requirements and technical needs
Maintain a clear supplier segmentation and sourcing roadmap
Commercial & Contract Management
Lead all commercial negotiations, including pricing, payment terms, and contractual protections
Ensure all suppliers operate under robust contractual frameworks (Genuit T&Cs / agreements)
Drive total cost of ownership improvements (not just price)
Manage contract lifecycle, renewals, and re-tendering activity
Supplier Management & Performance
Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships
Implement structured supplier performance management (QCD – Quality, Cost, Delivery)
Lead supplier reviews, improvement plans, and escalation where required
Identify and onboard alternative suppliers to reduce dependency and risk
Risk & Supply Chain Resilience
Identify and mitigate supply, financial, and operational risks
Ensure continuity of supply across all sites
Develop contingency plans for key suppliers and commodities
Monitor market volatility (e.g. raw materials, logistics, capacity constraints)
Stakeholder Management & Influence
Act as the commercial lead across multiple sites
Influence senior stakeholders (Operations, Finance, Engineering, SLT)
Challenge demand, specifications, and sourcing approaches where appropriate
Drive compliance to procurement processes and governance
Performance & Delivery
Deliver against agreed KPIs:
- Cost savings / cost avoidance
- Payment term improvements
- Supplier performance
- Contract coverage
- Provide clear reporting and insight on category performance
Continuous Improvement
Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies
Support standardisation across sites and categories
Contribute to broader procurement strategy and transformation initiatives
Your experience:
Proven experience in commodity or category management within a manufacturing environment
Strong track record in commercial negotiation and contract management
Experience managing multi-site or regional spend portfolios
Exposure to complex supply chains and critical materials or services
Strong commercial acumen with well-developed negotiation skills
Ability to influence stakeholders effectively within a matrix organisation, without direct authority
Analytical mindset, with the ability to interpret cost drivers and market trends
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and perform under pressure
High level of autonomy, with confident decision-making capability
Solid understanding of procurement and supply chain principles
Good knowledge of contract law and commercial frameworks, including supplier agreement management
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (IFS preferred)
Understanding of manufacturing processes and cost structures
Willingness to travel across multiple UK and international sites
Highly motivated, self-driven, and results-focused
Here at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group’s success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.
Category/commodity management experience in a manufacturing environment; strong negotiation and contract management; multi-site spend exposure; supplier relationship and stakeholder management; travel across UK and international sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop category strategies
- Lead commercial negotiations
- Manage supplier relationships
Skills & Tools
ERP/MRP systems, contract management tools
Job Details
- Category: Supply Chain / Logistics / Procurement
- Seniority: Mid Level
- Commitment: Full Time
- Workplace: Remote — United Kingdom
- Languages: English
About Polypipe
Global building products group focused on sustainable construction solutions. — Industry: Construction