Procurement Category Specialist

2 weeks ago


Sheffield, United Kingdom Burman Recruitment Full time

Procurement Category Specialist

Finance & Procurement Directorate

Hybrid – 1 day a week (Tuesday)

Are you an experienced procurement professional looking to make a real impact? Join a dynamic and supportive team within a leading organization, where your skills will help shape the future and drive transformation across a broad portfolio of projects.

We’re looking for a Procurement Category Specialist to play a vital role in delivering best-practice procurement outcomes and supporting ambitious transformation programs.


The Role

As a Procurement Category Specialist, you’ll:

  • Support strategic procurement initiatives.
  • Coordinate and implement new procurement legislation.
  • Manage procurement projects and develop robust solutions.
  • Conduct research, analyze data, and prepare insightful reports.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to achieve strategic goals.


This is an exciting opportunity to join at a time of transformational change, contributing to projects such as innovative campus developments, expanding online learning offerings, and preparing for future growth and diversification.


About You

We’re seeking candidates with:

  • Proven experience in procurement and strong administrative skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Analytical expertise to research, evaluate, and deliver actionable insights.


Why Join Us?

This role offers:

  • A collaborative and inclusive team environment within a highly regarded procurement team.
  • The opportunity to drive innovation and transformational change.
  • Membership in a generous defined benefit pension scheme.
  • A diverse range of benefits to support your career development and well-being.


About the Organization

The organization is a forward-thinking institution with a mission to transform lives, foster stronger communities, and drive future-focused growth. With bold plans for the future, including innovative development projects and expanded enterprise activities, it’s an exciting time to join the team and make a meaningful impact.


Apply Now

If you’re ready to take on this rewarding role and help drive transformational change, we’d love to hear from you.

Join us and be part of a team making a difference.



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