Senior Category Manager; Labs

Hours per week : 35 hours per week (Full Time)

Location: Sutton and/or Chelsea. This role is eligible for hybrid working.

Closing Date : 1/3/2026

About the Role

We are seeking aSenior Category Manager (Laboratory) to join our Procurement Teamand contribute to establishing a category approach with a focus on embedding sustainability through the procurement life cycle. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring a suitable strategic approach, operational planning and delivery for the Laboratories Category. Collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliant processes which emphasise sustainability, meet business needs, supports ICR strategy and deliver valuefor money

• Carry out the required spend, stakeholder and supplier analysis
• Develop and implement detailed procurement pipeline plans
• Establish & maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, suppliers,technical staff and colleagues
• Oversee contract management and supplier relationship management
• Adopt and drive strategies to embed ICR Sustainable Discoveries goals into the entire procurement lifecycle
• Imbedding relevant ESG metrics and a collaborative approach to contract and supplier management to mitigate risk

We are looking for an individual with e xcellent stakeholder management skills, a n innovative and flexible attitude with an enthusiasm for process development and improvement. The role requires e xperience of developing and implementing a category approach

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Competitive salary and pension

Department/Directorate Information

The ICR Procurement Team is establishing a category approach with a focus on embedding sustainability through the procurement life cycle. The role holder will be responsible for ensuring a suitable strategic approach, operational planning and delivery for their Category.

We encourage all applicants to access the job pack attached for more detailed information regarding this role.

For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact

Car (Head of Procurement).

Why work for us?

A s a member of staff, you'll have exclusive access to a range of staff benefits .

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