Category Manager

This permanent role is essential in developing and leading a new corporate category team for Professional Services, including HR, Finance, Marketing, and ICT. This is a strategic position vital in steering the direction of the organisation's procurement policies and ensuring compliance with public sector contracts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead a new corporate category team for Professional Services, including HR, Finance, Marketing, and IT
• Implement a category-led approach, transitioning current routes to market for efficiency and effectiveness
• Foster close relationships with the market to understand supplier capabilities and innovative contract delivery options
• Develop a comprehensive commercial category strategy and policy, ensuring alignment with current legislation
• Manage and mentor a team of approximately four direct reports, ensuring alignment with other category teams
• Conduct regular business and market analysis to inform future category plans
• Develop and implement new KPIs for contract management in line with Government Commercial Framework
• Represent the organisation in all aspects of public sector procurement and associated commercial issues

Job Requirements:

• Experience in strategic procurement project and programme management within the public sector
• Fully qualified CIPS (Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply) or equivalent experience
• Understanding of Public Procurement Regulations (2015 and 2023)
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop a high-performing team
• Proficiency in mentoring and developing team members
• Experience in defining and leading commercial policy, procedures, and processes
• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills with the ability to develop new processes and techniques
• Strong communication and negotiation skills to influence and drive stakeholder engagement

Benefits:

• Opportunity to lead and influence the direction of procurement policies in a significant public sector organisation
• Work with a dynamic and motivated team
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Comprehensive employee benefits package

The role includes a competitive salary, pension, annual leave and long term security/development.

If you are an experienced and inspirational leader with a passion for procurement and a knack for strategic category management, our client would love to hear from you.

Apply now to advance your career and make a significant impact in the public sector.