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Procurement Category Manager

2 months ago

Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Barclay Meade Full time
About the Role

This is a permanent position that plays a crucial role in developing and leading a new corporate category team for Professional Services, including HR, Finance, Marketing, and ICT. This is a strategic position vital in steering the direction of the organisation's procurement policies and ensuring compliance with public sector contracts.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and lead a new corporate category team for Professional Services, including HR, Finance, Marketing, and IT
  • Implement a category-led approach, transitioning current routes to market for efficiency and effectiveness
  • Foster close relationships with the market to understand supplier capabilities and innovative contract delivery options
  • Develop a comprehensive commercial category strategy and policy, ensuring alignment with current legislation
  • Manage and mentor a team of approximately four direct reports, ensuring alignment with other category teams
  • Conduct regular business and market analysis to inform future category plans
  • Develop and implement new KPIs for contract management in line with Government Commercial Framework
  • Represent the organisation in all aspects of public sector procurement and associated commercial issues
Requirements
  • Experience in strategic procurement project and programme management within the public sector
  • Fully qualified CIPS (Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply) or equivalent experience
  • Understanding of Public Procurement Regulations (2015 and 2023)
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop a high-performing team
  • Proficiency in mentoring and developing team members
  • Experience in defining and leading commercial policy, procedures, and processes
  • Excellent analytical and decision-making skills with the ability to develop new processes and techniques
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills to influence and drive stakeholder engagement
What We Offer
  • Opportunity to lead and influence the direction of procurement policies in a significant public sector organisation
  • Work with a dynamic and motivated team
  • Professional development and continuous learning opportunities
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Comprehensive employee benefits package

The role includes a competitive salary, pension, annual leave and long term security/development.