Category Manager

The Procurement function within the Finance Directorate is looking to appoint a seasoned professional to the role of Category Manager. Reporting to the Director of Procurement, you will play a key part in overseeing procurement activities, securing value-driven purchasing outcomes, and fostering robust supplier partnerships.

This is a highly influential position that will make a direct contribution to the Universitys overall performance.

You will collaborate closely with the broader Finance team and work alongside academic, technical, and professional services colleagues, supporting the Universitys central procurement function in line with its Strategic Plan and management priorities.

You will take the lead on procurement initiatives for goods, works, or services as assigned, with accountability for developing and implementing a commercially focused category management approach across your designated categories within the portfolio. Your focus will be on safeguarding supply continuity, achieving best value, advancing the broader impact of procurement and sustainability objectives, and managing commercial and regulatory risks associated with procurement.

This position is offered on a permanent basis.

We are committed to enhancing a workforce as diverse as our community and particularly encourage applicants who are of minoritised genders and ethnic backgrounds, living with a disability, and/or are members of the LGBTQIA+ community.