Category Manager - HR & Corporate Services | South East | Hybrid ~ Due to increased workload, our client is looking for a Senior Buyer/ Category Manager with experience across HR and Corporate Services categories. PA23 knowledge preferred…
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced procurement professional with HR and People-related spend category experience. You will be responsible for a strategically important portfolio, including recruitment services, employee benefits, occupational health, salary sacrifice schemes, and other HR-aligned third-party spend.
You’ll manage a varied pipeline of projects, from standalone tenders to longer-term strategic sourcing initiatives, working closely with senior HR and leadership stakeholders.
What you’ll be doing:
1. Developing and delivering HR category strategies.
2. Leading end-to-end tenders across recruitment, benefits, and occupational health.
3. Ensuring compliance with public procurement regulations (including PA23).
4. Driving value, cost optimisation, and commercial insight.
5. Advising senior stakeholders on strategic sourcing decisions.
6. Collaborating with HR, Finance, Legal, and external partners.
What you’ll bring:
7. Strong experience in HR category management.
8. Proven delivery of multiple end-to-end tenders.
9. Solid understanding of public procurement regulations.
10. Strategic mindset with strong stakeholder management skills.
11. Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
12. CIPS qualification and experience in regulated industries are desirable.
What’s on offer:
13. Bonus scheme
14. Generous pension
15. 25 days’ annual leave
16. Life assurance and health benefits
17. Flexible working and enhanced family leave
18. Inclusive, supportive working environment
Hybrid with 2/3 days a week on site.
Apply Now:
Take the next step in your career with this exciting Category Manager role. Apply via the site or contact Karen Laker on +44 (0)1403 248448.
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Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue-chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Business
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