An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Category Manager to come and join a busy client in the North West to lead and manage the procurement strategy for the Highways, Construction, and Facilities Management categories. You will be responsible for delivering value for money, ensuring compliance with procurement legislation, and contributing to the strategic goals of the organization through effective commercial and contractual solutions. The main duties of the experienced Category Manager are: Develop, implement, and manage category strategies across highways, construction, and facilities management, ensuring alignment with the organization's capital and operational priorities. Conduct category spend analysis, market intelligence, and risk assessments to drive informed procurement decisions and enhance commercial outcomes. Lead full lifecycle procurement processes including pre-market engagement, tendering, evaluation, contract award, and supplier onboarding. Manage complex, high-value procurements including frameworks, NEC3/NEC4 contracts, JCT contracts, and performance-based service contracts. Act as a commercial advisor to internal stakeholders, including project managers, engineers, estates teams, and senior leadership. Develop effective supplier engagement strategies and support contract managers in performance reviews and dispute resolution. Ensure all procurement activity is delivered in accordance with public p...