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Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, Brighton
Client:
CK Group
Location:
Brighton, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
2
Posted:
10.06.2025
Expiry Date:
25.07.2025
Job Description:
CK Group is recruiting for a Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, to join a growing research facility in Oxford on a permanent basis. The role will be hybrid, requiring on-site presence three days a week.
The Company:
A research-driven organization led by scientists and entrepreneurs, focused on creating sustainable solutions for global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. The new campus will include state-of-the-art R&D facilities, laboratories, oncology clinics, and will bridge scientific discovery with real-world applications across biomedical science, engineering, and public health.
The Role:
Seeking an experienced and commercially savvy Procurement Category Manager to oversee Hard and Soft Facilities Management services, including Laboratory Equipment and related categories.
Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement category strategies for Facilities Management procurement, including M&E maintenance, cleaning, security, catering, workplace services, and minor construction works.
* Manage procurement for subcategories such as Laboratory Equipment and associated technical services.
* Lead tendering processes, negotiations, supplier selection, and contracts to ensure value, quality, and risk mitigation.
* Build relationships with Facilities, Real Estate, Laboratory Managers, Safety, Finance, and Legal teams.
* Conduct market and supplier analysis to identify cost savings, service improvements, innovation, and sustainability opportunities.
Candidate Requirements:
* Extensive procurement experience, particularly in Facilities Management sourcing.
* Experience in procuring laboratory equipment and services within FM.
* Background in biotechnology or pharmaceutical sectors.
* Proven contract negotiation skills.
* BSc in Procurement, Facilities Management, Supply Chain, or related field.
* MCIPS qualification or working towards it.
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