Category Manager
Core
Strategic Category Manager for property services, delivering sourcing projects and supplier management to drive efficiencies and value for money.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Procurement)
Builds
Strategic procurement solutions, supplier contracts, and category plans for asset management and estate services.
Domain
Property services / Public sector procurement
Required skills
Strategic procurement category management, public procurement rules compliance, tender and competition management, supplier relationship management, market research, stakeholder engagement, data analysis for decision making
Preferred skills
Experience in property services (repairs, maintenance, asset management), knowledge of Procurement Act 2023 and PCR 2015, background in social housing or local authority
Technologies
Procurement Act 2023, PCR 2015
Responsibilities
Oversee nominated category areas and suppliers to develop strategic solutions; deliver end-to-end sourcing projects; maintain compliance with public procurement rules; lead supplier engagement and tender processes; build relationships with internal stakeholders; conduct market research on suppliers and frameworks.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC