Procurement Category Manager

## Procurement Category Manager Apply locations:
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Full time posted on:
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End Date: 26 July 2026 (11 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR0000571
** Number of Vacancies:
** 1
* * Time Type:
** Full time
** Worker Type:
** Regular
* * Proposed Interview Date:
** Wednesday, August 12, 2026
** Hours of Work:
** 37
* * Hiring Manager:
** Paul Robinson
** Contact Number:
*** Job Description

Summary:

** This is a Full Time Permanent Position.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Paul Robinson, Procurement Manager at     Due to continued expansion, the Council’s Corporate Procurement Team are seeking to recruit a Category Manager.
The role of the Team is to develop and embed efficient and effective procurement processes throughout the Council that will drive value for money. These processes are compliant with the Council’s Procurement Strategy, Vision and Values, and relevant UK Procurement Legislation including the Procurement Act 2023.
In addition to supporting the Procurement Manager in the ongoing development of procurement processes, our social value strategy and the production of training information and materials; the Category Manager will be the procurement lead for a range of tenders including those related to the Council’s Bus Service Improvement Plans (BSIP). The post holder will personally undertake and lead on all associated procurement exercises.
Why Join Us?  
• Impact – you will be part of a dedicated team of procurement professionals working with colleagues across the Council ensuring their procurement needs are compliantly met and strategically delivered  
• Collaboration – you will develop effective working relationships with the a range of Council Teams ensuring their visions and values are met via effective procurement processes  
• Innovation – you will champion innovative approaches to procurement including the marketing of major procurement exercises to ensure maximum supplier participation  
• Leadership – you will be a visible leader, supporting and developing our existing team members and members of other Teams and will contribute to the development of processes that will support all areas of the Council to understand and comply with relevant legislation and rules.
The successful candidate will:  
• Have significant professional procurement experience, ideally gained from working in a public sector environment. A sound working knowledge of BSIP would be an advantage  
• Have an excellent understanding of the application of Social Value measures in public sector procurement  
• Drive continuous improvement throughout all procurement related activities  
• Be able to develop and maintain effective working relationships with key client service areas  
• Support the production of high-quality service specifications that will maximise Best Value potential and ensure compliance with appropriate rules and legislation.

About You:

• Qualified to CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply or a relevant alternative qualification or qualified via significant public sector procurement experience  
• Substantial procurement management experience which demonstrates the ability to initiate, plan, monitor, develop and implement service provision  
• Experience of successfully managing and leading a team of staff  
• Comprehensive knowledge of procurement principles, concepts and techniques, including project relationship and contract management  
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of public sector procurement regulations including the Procurement Act 2023, the Social Value Act and Best Value  
• A proven ability to establish professional, effective working relationships with a range of partners and colleagues.

What We Offer:

• The chance to make a real impact in a supportive, forward-thinking local authority  
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression  
• A collaborative, values-driven culture where your expertise is valued  
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
ROLE AND PURPOSE    To provide effective, professional leadership of a category of spend identified within the Council’s procurement strategy…