Job: Category Pipeline ManagerDuration: Contract (Inside IR35) - initially 6 monthsLocation: Bristol (1-2 days a week onsite)As Category Pipeline Manager, you will be responsible for providing end-to-end visibility, governance, and assurance across a broad category pipeline. You will ensure initiatives are prioritised effectively, aligned to organisational strategy, and supported by robust data, analysis, and reporting.A key element of the role is the ability to understand, develop, and challenge category strategies, identifying opportunities for cost reduction, innovation, and risk mitigation, and ensuring these are reflected in the pipeline of work.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, maintain, and govern the category pipeline, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and strategic alignmentMonitor pipeline health, identifying bottlenecks, risks, and dependencies, and recommending corrective actionsLead and maintain category strategies aligned to organisational objectivesIdentify and assess opportunities for savings, innovation, and improved value deliveryWork closely with stakeholders to prioritise initiatives based on benefits, business cases, and resource capacityApply established governance frameworks, tools, and processes to ensure compliance and delivery assuranceTrack progress against milestones, escalating risks and issues where requiredBuild strong relationships with category teams, programme and portfolio offices, and senior leadersFacilitate prioritisation workshops, pipeline re