Job Description Job Title: Category Lead
Salary: £80-£90,000
Location: Bedford
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Hybrid (with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office)
About the Role
Our client, a prominent public sector organization, is looking for an experienced Category Lead for Debt Support and Advice Services. This role is key to driving best-value outcomes across strategic sourcing contracts and grant allocation for professional services within the debt advisory and financial guidance arena. As Category Lead, you will manage a small, dynamic team and provide commercial expertise throughout the full contract lifecycle. Your key responsibilities will span from strategic decision-making, such as make-or-buy assessments and commercial sourcing strategies, to hands-on contract and grants management, all designed to foster robust supplier relationships and ensure compliant, innovative procurement practices.
Role Overview
Team Leadership: Lead a dedicated team to provide comprehensive commercial support, ensuring smooth onboarding, optimal contract performance, and efficient grants allocation.
Contract & Grants Management: Oversee sourcing contracts and grants distribution, advisi...