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We're on an exciting procurement transformation journey, and we're growing our team to help make it happen. As part of this, we're introducing key new roles and looking for talented, motivated procurement professionals who want to make a real impact.
If you're passionate about driving value, building strong stakeholder relationships, and shaping the future of procurement, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team that's evolving, ambitious, and central to our business success.
More about the role
The Category Manager is responsible for leading procurement activity specifically within the Responsive Repairs and Facilities Management (FM) category, ensuring value, efficiency, and innovation are delivered across the organisation.
The role will oversee the development and implementation of robust category strategies tailored to the unique needs of FM and responsive repairs, manage a team of procurement professionals, and ensure all procurement activity complies with organisational policies and relevant regulations.
The role is working in our South Rings Office in Preston 1-2 days a week
More about you
You will work alongside a team of Category Managers and will bring your experience in Repairs and Facilities Management categories to drive value in our supply chain.
Strong stakeholder engagement and leadership skills are essential, along with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels.
You'll need commercial acumen and analytical thinking to interpret data, assess opportunities, and drive performance.
As part of your role you will manage and support a team of Procurement Professionals, focusing on fostering performance, collaboration and improvement
The Essential criteria for this role is listed below
1. Minimum of 5 years' experience in procurement, with demonstrable experience in category management and strategic sourcing.
2. Strong commercial acumen with the ability to deliver value and influence business decisions.
3. Skilled in developing and implementing category strategies, sourcing plans, and robust procurement recommendations in the Facilities Management and Responsive Repairs market
The benefits
We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.
We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:
4. Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly
5. Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
6. Excellent holiday package – up to 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave
7. Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year
8. A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
9. Training and development
10. Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more