Category Manager - Goods & Services; National Resilience

Position: Category Manager - Goods & Services (National Resilience)
Location: Sefton

About

The Role

Salary: Grade 12 (£44,253 - £47,665 per annum)

Hours: 35 hours per week

Contract: Fixed term contract until 31st March 2028

Location: Service Headquarters, Bridle Road, Bootle, Merseyside, L30 4YD

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented Category Manager to join Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service’s (MFRS) Procurement team. As well as being a busy team operating within a metropolitan fire and rescue service, MFRS has a leading regional role for North West Fire and Rescue Services. The Service collaborates nationally and is also the lead authority for the Long Term Capability Management contract that facilitates National Resilience () - the UK Government’s Fire and Rescue response to major incidents.

Being responsible for the procurement a portfolio of goods, services and works including personal protective equipment, operational equipment, works projects and training services, you will join the team during an extensive asset refresh programme.

Reporting to and supported by the Head of Procurement or the Procurement Lead , the role includes all procurement aspects to ensure successful delivery against challenging time frames. This position has many opportunities for autonomy and responsibility, to ensure service continuity and new assets’ integration. You will be encouraged and supported in your professional development.

If you are interested in this role, it is essential that:

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• You will already possess a CIPS qualification at Diploma level or higher
• You will be keen to continue to hone your judgement and professional/technical skills, taking pride in your work whilst supporting and developing others.
• You will be a self-starter who requires minimal supervision and oversight from senior colleagues.
• You will need to fulfil this role in a way that is reflective of our values: courage, integrity, compassion, and display a high degree of flexibility, accountability and initiative.

The full list of qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills required for this role and more information about the role can be found in the job profile / person specification.

What can we offer you?

• Full flexible working arrangements with a 35 hour working week
• 23 days’ holiday, (rising to 28 days after 5 years’ service) plus Bank holidays and additional extra statutory days added to the holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension by both the employee and by MFRS to a Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to free on-site gym
• Free, secure parking
• On-site canteen
• Excellent health & wellbeing services and Employee Assistance Programme

Closing date:midnight, Sunday 22nd November 2026

Interviews: to be held during week commencing 30th November 2026

Please note should we receive a sufficient number of applications, we reserve the right to close the advert early

About Us

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service (MFRS) is at the forefront of public safety and emergency response, serving the vibrant communities of Merseyside with dedication and professionalism. Our mission is to protect, prevent, and respond—ensuring the safety and well-being of the public, both in times of crisis and through proactive community engagement.

With a proud history and a strong sense of purpose, we operate across a diverse region that includes bustling urban centers, industrial hubs, and serene rural areas. Our highly skilled and committed teams work tirelessly to provide fire and rescue services, enforce fire safety regulations, and deliver critical prevention and education programs.

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