Job: Category Pipeline ManagerContract: Initially 7 month (Inside IR35) Location: Reading (3 days a week onsite)You will develop and implement category strategies aligned to business objectives, driving efficiencies and savings while managing end-to-end strategic sourcing activity. The role combines hands-on delivery with longer-term category planning and supplier performance management.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and deliver category strategies balancing short- and long-term objectivesLead RFx activity including supplier evaluation, negotiation, contract award, and handoverManage and optimise the supplier base, including preferred supplier listsMonitor supplier performance against KPIs and SLAs, addressing non-complianceIdentify and mitigate supplier risks across performance, ethics, and health and safetySupport supplier relationship management and value creation activitiesUse market insight and benchmarking to inform category decisionsCollaborate closely with stakeholders to align sourcing and category plansAbout YouProven experience in category management and strategic sourcingStrong negotiation, commercial, and contract management skillsExperience managing supplier performance and riskConfident stakeholder manager, able to work across a complex organisationStructured, compliant, and commercially focused approachInterested?Apply here or reach out to Fintan at TEC Partners for more information.