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Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, Swindon, Wiltshire
Client:
CK Group
Location:
Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
2
Posted:
10.06.2025
Expiry Date:
25.07.2025
Job Description:
CK Group is recruiting for a Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, to join a growing research facility in Oxford on a permanent basis. This role is hybrid, requiring three days on-site weekly.
The Company:
A research-driven organisation led by scientists and entrepreneurs, dedicated to sustainable solutions for global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. The new campus will feature state-of-the-art R&D facilities, laboratories, oncology clinics, and focus on bridging scientific discovery with real-world applications across biomedical science, engineering, and public health.
The Role:
Seeking an experienced, commercially savvy Procurement Category Manager to oversee Hard and Soft FM services, Laboratory Equipment, and related categories.
Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement category strategies for Facilities Management procurement, including M&E maintenance, cleaning, security, catering, workplace services, and minor construction
* Manage procurement for subcategories like Laboratory Equipment and technical services
* Lead tendering, negotiations, supplier selection, and contracts to ensure value, quality, and risk mitigation
* Build relationships with Facilities, Real Estate, Laboratory Managers, H&S, Finance, and Legal teams
* Conduct market and supplier analysis for cost savings, service improvements, innovation, and sustainability
Your Background:
* Extensive procurement experience, especially in Facilities Management sourcing
* Experience in procuring laboratory equipment and services within FM
* Background in biotechnology or pharmaceuticals
* Proven contract negotiation skills
* BSc in Procurement, Facilities Management, Supply Chain, or related
* MCIPS qualification or working towards it
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