We are seeking a highly motivated Category Manager to join our procurement team. This permanent role will focus on managing procurement activities and driving value through effective category management. Client Details This role is with a mid-sized organisation offering excellent opportunities for growth and professional development. The company is committed to delivering quality services and maintaining high standards in procurement. Description You will proactively plan, coordinate and manage procurement activity, maximising savings, value for money and social value for a range of assigned spend categories. You will actively support internal stakeholders on the procurement journey from forward planning, establishing the requirement and procurement strategy, to tendering and contract award. You will manage compliance within internal Group Procurement Policy and external legal obligations (including Public Contract Regulations 2015 and Procurement Act 23), where applicable. You will support internal stakeholders with contract management advice and guidance and ensure accurate contract data and reporting is maintained in line with legal requirements. You will actively manage end to end procurement projects, developing and delivering category strategies in line with overall business strategies and influence a broad network of business stakeholders to ensure the group requirements are aligned and commercially maximised with effective pr...