Procurement Category Manager

1 month ago


Southampton, Southampton, United Kingdom The National Oceanography Centre Full time
Procurement Category Manager - Estates Management

We are seeking a skilled Procurement Category Manager to join our team at the National Oceanography Centre. As a key member of our Procurement team, you will play a crucial role in supporting our mission to advance our category management plans and evolve into a sustainable, innovative, agile, and strategic procurement function.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage all aspects of Estates procurement, including suppliers, equipment, and services across multiple departments.
  • Work confidently with both external supply chain partners and internal stakeholders.
  • Develop and deploy procurement category strategies.
  • Review legal terms and conditions and contribute to supplier contracts.

Requirements:

  • Robust background in procurement management.
  • Experience of handling projects with different funding streams.
  • Strong business acumen and negotiation skills.
  • Knowledge of ERP systems and public contracting regulations.

What We Offer:

  • 30 days contractual annual leave, plus 3.5 extra closure days and bank holidays.
  • 10% employer contribution pension scheme.
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Cycle2Work scheme.

We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We consider all applicants solely on their qualifications, skills, and experience, without regard to gender, gender identity, age, race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, relationship status, family status, or any other protected characteristic.



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