Procurement Manager / Category Manager – Property, Estates & Facilities | Not-for-Profit Sector
Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
Salary: £60,000 + benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Are you an experienced Procurement Manager, Category Manager, or Senior Buyer with a strong background in Property, Estates, and Facilities procurement? We are looking for a talented procurement professional to lead the Property category for a major not-for-profit care organisation.
This is a fantastic opportunity to influence strategic sourcing decisions, drive cost savings, enhance supplier innovation, and deliver value-driven procurement solutions across a multi-million-pound category.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement category strategies for Property, Estates, and Facilities procurement
* Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including RFI/RFQ, tendering, supplier selection, and contract award
* Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, driving innovation, continuous improvement, and best practice
* Deliver cost savings, value for money, and risk mitigation across third‑party spend (~£20m)
* Lead commercial negotiations, contract drafting, and supplier performance management
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
* Promote procurement best practice, compliance, and adoption across the organisation
* Analyse commercial proposals, evaluate risk, and provide data‑driven procurement recommendations
About You / Person Specification
* Proven experience in Category Management, preferably in Property, Estates, or Facilities procurement
* Strong experience in tendering, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and strategic sourcing
* Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence senior leaders
* Strong analytical, financial, and commercial skills, including cost‑benefit analysis and risk management
* Self‑motivated, highly organised, and able to work independently
* CIPS‑qualified, degree‑educated, or qualified by experience
* Experience in healthcare, social care, or not‑for‑profit sectors is highly desirable
Why Join Us
* Work in a purpose‑driven organisation making a real difference in the care sector
* Lead a high‑value Property and Facilities procurement category
* Competitive salary of £60k + benefits
* Opportunities for professional development and career progression
* Collaborate with passionate, motivated colleagues in a supportive environment
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