Category Manager - Maintenance, Repair and Operations

Category Manager - Maintenance, Repair and Operations Procurement People are partnered with a leading operator in the hospitality sector to find a Category Manager to work across Maintenance, Repair and Operations categories. The organisation is scaling rapidly and is investing in procurement capabilities to drive efficiency, sustainability and innovation across the supply chain. This is a high‑impact, standalone Category Manager role within a leading national multi‑unit business. The Category Manager will manage large MRO portfolios, acting as an entrepreneurial self‑starter in strategic procurement and executing autonomously without direct reports, while collaborating within a team of specialised roles. Key Responsibilities End‑to‑end contract and supplier management (QBRs, SWAT analysis, supplier risk) Strategic sourcing, micro bids and spot bids Driving supplier diversity (minority‑owned vendor engagement) Executing against aggressive spend targets Key Experiences 5–7 years in strategic procurement, preferably in MRO or similar categories Hospitality, restaurant, or multi‑unit background with demonstrated progression Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills; operator‑savvy personality This is a unique opportunity for a commercially‑minded procurement professional to join at a pivotal point in the company’s growth and shape how critical categories like Maintenance, Repair & Operations are managed strategically. Package Salary – Up to $135k Holiday – 2 weeks paid time off, 7 or 8 holidays Medical coverage Hybrid working and flexible hours Bonus Matched 401(k) If this sounds like your next exciting Category Manager role, apply now or reach out to View email address on click.appcast.io to arrange a confidential conversation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Procurement People