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Main duties and responsibilities
De Montfort University (DMU) is recruiting for a key role within our Procurement team.
Job Description
Category Manager
Requisition Id: 353
Job Location: Gateway House
Full-time/Part-time: Full-time
Employee Weekly Hours: 37.00
Maximum Salary: 56,535.00 GBP
Minimum Salary: 44,746.00 GBP
Market Supplement: 6,000.00 GBP
Application Closing Date: 11/01/2026
In This Role, You Will:
* Lead, develop and implement procurement strategies across high-value Digital and ICT categories.
* Manage end-to-end sourcing projects in accordance with public sector regulations.
* Build strong relationships across faculties, directorates and external suppliers to deliver high-quality contracting outcomes.
* Provide expert advice on procurement, commercial risk, contract management and supplier performance.
* Contribute directly to the university’s digital transformation programme and the delivery of innovative IT solutions.
To be successful, you will be an experienced procurement professional with:
* Strong knowledge of the ICT category
* A track record of managing procurements in large, complex or public sector environments
* Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation and analytical skills
* The ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously and deliver high-quality outcomes
* MCIPS membership or a relevant degree (or working towards)
What’s in it for you?
* Work in a collaborative and supportive procurement team
* Influence procurement strategy across a diverse, multi-discipline organisation
* Play a key role in DMU’s digital transformation strategy and major IT projects
* Engage with a wide range of categories, suppliers and senior stakeholders
* Make a tangible impact on cost optimisation, supplier innovation and long-term contract performance
For initial queries about the role, please contact Alice Parker (Talent and Development Advisor) via email: alice.parker@dmu.ac.uk.
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