Snr Procurement Category Manager _ Public Sector
Role: Snr Procurement Category Manager - Public Sector
Salary: £45-55k + package (could be some flexibility)
Location: North Bristol
Hybrid: 3 days office
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Procurement and Category Management professional to join a large, complex public sector organisation undergoing significant transformation. As the function continues to embed a category-led approach aligned to a long term 2030 strategy, this role offers the chance to shape and influence how procurement delivers strategic value across Estates, Commercial Services, Business Services and IT.
With responsibility for £100m to £120m of non-pay expenditure, the team plays a critical role in driving value for money, supporting capital and revenue programmes, and championing sustainability and equality initiatives. This is a high visibility position within a forward thinking organisation where procurement is recognised as a strategic enabler, not a back-office function.
Responsibilities:
* Lead category management activity across key business pillars, aligning plans to organisational strategy
* Develop, implement and continuously review category strategies and sourcing plans
* Deliver end to end tender processes, from market engagement through to contract award
* Manage supplier relationships and performance to ensure commercial and service outcomes are achieved
* Provide strategic advice to senior stakeholders, building strong internal partnerships and securing buy in
* Ensure compliance with UK public procurement regulations and governance requirements
* Contribute to the delivery of sustainability, social value and equality objectives through procurement activity
Requirements:
* Proven experience in UK public sector procurement and category management
* Strong understanding of public procurement regulations and compliant sourcing routes
* Experience managing complex procurements within multi stakeholder environments
* Demonstrable ability to deliver end to end tenders and manage contracts effectively
* Highly organised, self motivated and able to manage competing priorities with confidence
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute procurement professional who wants to play a central role in transforming procurement within a large and ambitious public sector environment. As such, please apply ASAP if interested
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