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Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, Chelmsford
Client:
CK Group
Location:
Chelmsford
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 Chelmsford on a permanent basis. The role is hybrid, requiring three days on-site per week.
The Company:
A research-driven organization led by scientists and entrepreneurs, focused on sustainable solutions for global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. The new campus will include state-of-the-art R&D facilities, laboratories, oncology clinics, and a focus on translating scientific discoveries into real-world applications across biomedical science, engineering, and public health.
The Role:
The Procurement Category Manager will oversee Hard and Soft FM services and related categories such as Laboratory Equipment and Services, ensuring effective procurement strategies and supplier management.
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 like Laboratory Equipment and related technical services.
* Lead tendering, negotiations, supplier selection, and contract awards to ensure value, quality, and risk mitigation.
* Build relationships with Facilities, Real Estate, Laboratory, Health & Safety, Finance, and Legal teams.
* Conduct market analysis to identify cost-saving, service improvement, innovation, and sustainability opportunities.
Your Background:
* Extensive procurement experience, especially in Facilities Management sourcing.
* Experience procuring laboratory equipment and services in an FM context.
* Experience in biotech or pharmaceutical environments.
* Proven contract negotiation skills.
* BSc in Procurement, Facilities Management, Supply Chain, or related field.
* MCIPS qualification or working towards it.
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