10 senior category manager jobs found

Job Title: Senior Category Manager - SC Location: Reading  (2-3 days/week on site) Contract Duration: 8 Months Daily Rate: £77.20/hr(Umbrella – Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC & Sole Uk National Essential Requirements: Significant Public Sector Procurement experience (5+ years) Supplier Relationship skills Facility Management (FM) or Works experience (Must have) Not necessarily heavy construction but definitely FM. NEC Experience or at least a good understanding of how it operates Good working knowledge of how a contract operates Must have led/delivered procurement projects in a highly regulated, complex, environment.Need someone with real ‘doing’ experience. Project is in Procurement stage - Needs analysis stage to contract stage Key Accountabilities: Develop and implement Category Strategies for assigned sub-group of categories, balancing short and long-term objectives to meet business strategy and efficiencies (savings) in alignment with...

Job Title: Commercial Manager Location: Hybrid - 2 days a week on site in Leeds Workshops will require travel average 1 day per month in London or Leeds. Contract Duration: 12 Months Daily Rate: £725/day (Umbrella – Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Essential Skills & Criteria: * Experience delivering procurements under the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23), including familiarity with the Central Digital Platform, new notice types, and associated procedures. Given the recent implementation of PA23. * Significant procurement experience using a range of procedures * Strong business acumen and ability to show evidence-based decision making * Excellent stakeholder management skills * Excellent communication (written and oral) and influencing skills * Awareness of public sector procurement legislation * Relevant commercial experience Desirable Criteria: * A proven track-record delivering contract management in a commercial environment * The ability to drive improved...

We are seeking an experienced Interim IT Category Manager to lead high‑value, strategically important commercial activity within a fast‑paced, high‑performing Commercial function. This role will suit a senior commercial professional with deep expertise in technology procurement, strong stakeholder management skills, and a passion for delivering value through commercial transformation. Client Details This public sector organisation operates as a medium-sized entity, focusing on delivering robust services and fostering fair competition. It is committed to maintaining high standards in procurement practices and ensuring value for money in all its operations. Description Lead delivery of Technology Category procurement activity to the highest professional standards. Implement and embed effective category management and contract management practices. Be accountable for the timely, compliant and assured delivery of all commercial arrangements. Drive performance and commercial value...

Our client, a national manufacturing company, is looking to recruit an experienced, innovative and efficient Procurement Manager to be a strategic leader responsible for overseeing the organisation’s purchasing activities and supplier relationships. The Procurement Manager reports directly to senior management and collaborates regularly with Category Buyers, Compliance, Inventory, and Finance teams to ensure integrated operations and achievement of strategic business priorities. This role drives procurement strategies that balance cost, quality, and availability, ensuring that the business’s operational goals are met efficiently and effectively. The Procurement Manager leads a dynamic team, supports business growth, and maintains the highest standards in supplier management and product quality. This role is a 12-month fixed term contract with the possibility of becoming perm. flexibility of full or part time and hybrid working. Key Responsibilities: * Develop and execute...

We're seeking an Interim Procurement Manager to lead a short-term programme focused on spend analysis, commercial review and contract optimisation across a multi-site public sector environment. This hands-on role, reviewing spending patterns, improving procurement activity and strengthening contract management across the organisation. Client Details The organisation is a well-established public sector entity, known for its critical role in delivering essential services to the community. As a large organisation, it offers a challenging yet rewarding environment for professionals seeking to make a tangible impact. Description Key responsibilities for the interim Procurement Manager role: Conduct a full review of spend data across multiple product and service categories. Analyse financial, operational, and supplier data to identify trends, cost drivers, overspend, and KPI performance. Recommend and prioritise new tenders or re-procurement activities to reduce spend and improve...

Sourcing Manager (Procurement) | Contract | £646 per day (umbrella) | Inside IR35 | Milton Keynes Ceto Talent is recruiting for a Sourcing Manager (Procurement) to join a major rail infrastructure organisation on an initial 6-month contract, with a view to extension. Based in Milton Keynes with 3 days per week in the office, this is a senior sourcing role managing multi-million-pound opportunities across complex spend categories. Rail experience is essential for this role. Essential Requirements * Rail sector experience — essential. * Degree in Business or Economics, or equivalent proven commercial experience. * Extensive sourcing experience with a demonstrable track record of savings delivery. * Proven negotiation and dispute resolution skills at an expert level. * Demonstrable experience of contract law and financial management. * Proven experience driving value from complex sourcing opportunities, including within an OJEU/procurement legislative environment....

Procurement Category Lead Salary: £54,458 - £57,640 Contract: Fixed Term 6 Month Contract | Hybrid Working Location: Liverpool (Hybrid Working - 2 days per week onsite) Overview We're supporting a major, devolved public authority at the forefront of economic transformation-responsible for delivering large-scale investment across transport, infrastructure, skills, and business growth. With a regional economy worth over £35bn and a clear ambition to drive innovation, regeneration, and inclusive growth, this organisation plays a central role in improving outcomes for over 1.6 million residents. As a Procurement Category Lead, you'll operate at the heart of this transformation-leading strategic procurement activity, influencing senior decision-making, and delivering high-impact commercial outcomes that support long-term regional ambitions. What You'll Be Doing Lead category management and deliver end-to-end procurement projects Manage and develop a high-performing procurement...

Procurement and Strategic Category Lead – Local Authority £550+ per day (negotiable depending on experience) Hybrid working available 3 months initial contract – likely to be extended Job Responsibilities: * Lead a Category working cross departmentally with the associated strategy, action plan, procurement forward plan pipeline of contracts etc. Occasionally, deputising for the Head of Strategic Procurement and Category Management. * Be technically capable to supply expert professional advice and hold with management responsibility across two category strategies. * Provide technical and strategic procurement and category management advice to directors, senior managers, your service, crossorganisational boards, public scrutiny boards and essential council partners including Anchor Institutions. * Demonstrate extensive strategic procurement and category management acumen with visible confidence and impact understanding You must have: * Prince2 Qualification /...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Supplier Planner subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.  This role could suit a candidate from a MRP Controller, Supply Scheduler or Supply Chain Specialist background. This role is looking for a candidate with the following experience: MRP planning experience and ideally some exposure to SAP Manufacturing environment. Supply chain experience Rate: £27.00 per hour Location: Bolton Hybrid / Remote working: Hybrid role of 3 days per week onsite, 2 days working from home Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)                                                                                                                                           Supplier Planner Job Description: This opportunity plays a significant part in...

Electrical Package Manager Hours: Monday to Friday – 07.30 am to 17.30 pm (45) Location: Plymouth Devonport Royal Dockyard - reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) About us Infocus Resources is a dynamic construction organisation specialising in Manpower Recruitment to various Sectors including, civils, rail and general construction. Committed to delivering high-quality services to our clients, we provide opportunities for professional growth in a supportive work environment. About the job We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Electrical Package Manager. Due to the sensitive nature of the site, BPSS security clearance is required. Please note that this process can take up to 8 weeks. Eligibility criteria Candidates must hold a passport from a NATO, or MISWG member country and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years. About the role As an experienced Electrical Package Manager, you will be responsible for the following: • Ensure all works...