Procurement Category Lead

7 days ago


City of London Greater London, United Kingdom Police Digital Services Full time
Job Details

Job Title: Senior Category Manager

Job Summary: We are looking for an experienced Senior Category Manager to join our team, responsible for leading our ICT procurement efforts and providing expert advice on procurement, commercial, and legal matters.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and undertake effective tendering activity for high-risk, high-value ICT related contract procurements.
  • Implement, monitor, and develop existing and new ICT contracts, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines.
  • Utilize category management practices to profile, benchmark, research, and assess the market.
  • Manage supplier relationships and ongoing negotiations for assigned portfolios.
  • Lead and manage a team of Category Managers, focusing on talent development, performance management, and collaboration.

Requirements: Minimum MCIPS Level 6, extensive experience in category management, significant experience in translating business needs into commercial procurement strategies, technical expertise in ICT products and services, leadership and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer: Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, professional development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and a dynamic work environment.



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