Job Description
Are you a strategic procurement leader with a strong understanding of public sector procurement and the Procurement Act 2023? We’re looking for a Category Manager to lead and develop procurement services across key public sector categories, ensuring compliant, value-driven outcomes for our customers.
You’ll lead a small team of Buyers, shape category and contract strategies, and work closely with public sector stakeholders and suppliers to deliver robust, transparent, and compliant procurement solutions.
What You’ll Do
1. Lead the development and delivery of public sector category strategies, aligned to organisational objectives and the requirements of the Procurement Act 2023
2. Design, implement, and oversee contract and framework management approaches to ensure consistency, transparency, and compliance across public sector customers
3. Monitor contract and supplier performance using KPIs, audits, and compliance reviews, driving continuous improvement
4. Manage strategic supplier relationships, including dispute resolution, performance improvement plans, and enforcement of contractual remedies where required
5. Work collaboratively with procurement teams and stakeholders early in the procurement lifecycle to embed measur...