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Barb is a Category Manager at XYZ Logistics. She is putting together a Category Plan. Which of the following sections should she include? Select THREE.
A Category Plan is a strategic document that sets out how a category will be managed to deliver organisational objectives. It typically includes:
Supply market analysis to understand supplier dynamics, competition, and risks.
Category objectives, which align with organisational strategy and specify what procurement aims to achieve.
Category risks, which outline potential threats and mitigation strategies.
HR information and a full history of the category are not required, as the plan is forward-looking, focusing on strategy rather than operational details. While historical context may be summarised in an executive overview, it does not form a full section. A well-structured Category Plan supports better decision-making, stakeholder engagement, and ensures consistent management of spend. It provides a roadmap for how value will be captured, risks managed, and supplier relationships developed. Without it, category management risks becoming reactive and fragmented.