Category Manager

4 weeks ago


England, United Kingdom Spencer Clarke Group Full time

Job Title: Interim Senior Category Manager
North West, Hybrid (2 days p/w office based)
Spencer Clarke group's Local Authority Client is seeking two experienced Interim Senior Category Managers to join our dynamic Procurement team. One role will focus on Highways categories, while the other will specialize in public sector corporate procurement. As a Senior Category Manager, you will lead and deliver high-quality category management across a range of spend areas, supporting the transformation of Procurement to a category management approach.
Lead and deliver innovative and intelligence-led category management strategies to drive transformation within Procurement.
Build strong working relationships with senior service colleagues, commissioners, category teams, contract managers, suppliers, and external partners.
Provide commercial and market intelligence to internal customers to support strategic planning and project delivery.
Play a proactive role in developing commercial strategies to meet the needs of specific service areas within the council.
Evidence of continued professional and personal development.
Demonstrated ability to develop positive working relationships at a senior level and influence policy decisions.
Significant experience in contract formation and procurement strategy development.
Knowledge of financial procedures, including price, cost, and bid analysis, as well as budget management.
Familiarity with internal financial management arrangements and Local Government organization and services.
If you are interested in applying, please apply now with your CV and contact Joe O'Halloran at Spencer Clarke Group on ASAP.


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