Category Manager Fixed Term

2 weeks ago


Basingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom SNG Formerly Sovereign Housing Association Full time

Are you an expert in Procurement Category Management within Construction, Property, or Development?

We are offering a fantastic opportunity for a Category Manager to join our busy Procurement team on a fixed-term basis for 12 months. Based at our headquarters in Basingstoke, you will have a mix of working from home and the office to ensure a positive work-life balance.

Join us at a exciting moment as Sovereign has merged with Network Homes to create SNG (Sovereign Network Group). Together, we manage over 84,000 homes and invest in communities in London and the South of England with the goal of providing quality affordable homes and beloved places for generations.

The Role:

  • Responsible for overseeing categories, analyzing spend trends, engaging with suppliers, and developing strategic procurement solutions
  • Lead sourcing projects end-to-end to ensure value for money, adherence to timelines, and high standards
  • Engage with suppliers to define requirements, conduct sourcing, manage tenders, and oversee life cycle management
  • Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, understand business objectives, challenges, opportunities, and risks
  • Conduct market research on suppliers, markets, and framework opportunities to support active procurement projects
  • Identify areas where Procurement can provide measurable value through sourcing exercises and effective supplier management

What we're looking for:

  • Demonstrable experience in procurement, particularly within Development, Construction, or Property Services
  • Strong supplier relationship management skills

Your benefits:

  • Annual £450 flex-pot, discounts on shopping & cycling schemes
  • 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (increasing annually up to 30 days)
  • Company pension scheme matched up to 12%, 4x salary life cover
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Options for medical, dental, and critical illness insurance

At Sovereign Network Group, we prioritize inclusion and strive to create a workplace where everyone can thrive. Visit our careers site to discover more about us and our values. This is a fantastic opportunity to join us during a period of exciting change. Your work will have a tangible impact on people's lives, providing you with a sense of purpose and fulfillment.



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