Interim Category Lead
21 hours ago
Interim Category Lead – Property, Housing, FM (Public Sector) Cedar West Midlands, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants Position Details Day Rate: £550 per day (Inside IR35) Location: Birmingham – 2 days per week on site Contract: 6 months Base pay range Direct message the job poster from Cedar A leading local authority in the West Midlands is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Category to provide strategic leadership across high‑value procurement activity within property, housing, and facilities management (FM). This role is ideal for a senior procurement professional who can operate confidently in a complex governance environment and deliver best‑in‑class category management. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop a category team, providing strategic direction, coaching, and senior‑level oversight. Drive high‑impact procurement strategies across property, housing, and FM categories. Ensure compliance with internal governance, public‑sector regulations, and audit requirements. Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across the authority, influencing decision‑making and ensuring commercial value. Oversee end‑to‑end procurement activity, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and statutory obligations. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support the organisation through change and transformation. Essential Requirements PA23 qualification with all 10 modules completed – mandatory. Proven experience operating at senior management level within procurement. Demonstrable track record of leading teams and managing complex workloads. Strong category expertise within property, housing, and FM. Prior experience working within a local authority or wider public‑sector environment (highly desirable). Ability to navigate and work within complex governance frameworks. Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and influencing skills. What’s on Offer Competitive daily rate of £550 (Inside IR35). Hybrid working model – 2 days per week required on site in Birmingham. Opportunity to make a significant impact within a high‑profile public‑sector organisation. Supportive, collaborative environment working with senior leadership. Senior‑Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Purchasing Industries Government Administration #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Strategic Category Lead, Property, Housing
3 days ago
West Midlands, United Kingdom Cedar Full timeA leading local authority in the west midlands is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Category to provide strategic leadership across high-value procurement activity. The role requires a PA23 qualification, a proven background in senior management, and strong expertise in property, housing, and facilities management categories. Offering a competitive rate...
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West Midlands, United Kingdom Cedar Full timeInterim Head of Category Day Rate: £550 per day (Inside IR35)Location: Birmingham – 2 days per week on siteContract: 6 months A leading local authority in the west midlands is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Category to provide strategic leadership across high-value procurement activity within property, housing, and facilities management (FM). This...
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Interim Category Lead
6 hours ago
West Midlands, United Kingdom Cedar Full timeInterim Head of CategoryDay Rate: £550 per day (Inside IR35)Location: Birmingham - 2 days per week on siteContract: 6 months A leading local authority in the west midlands is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Category to provide strategic leadership across high-value procurement activity within property, housing, and facilities management (FM) . This...
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Interim Category Lead
11 hours ago
West Midlands, United Kingdom Cedar Full timeInterim Head of CategoryDay Rate: £550 per day (Inside IR35)Location: Birmingham - 2 days per week on siteContract: 6 monthsA leading local authority in the west midlands is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Category to provide strategic leadership across high-value procurement activity within property, housing, and facilities management (FM). This...
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Interim Category Lead
21 hours ago
West Midlands, United Kingdom Cedar Full timeInterim Head of CategoryDay Rate: £550 per day (Inside IR35)Location: Birmingham - 2 days per week on siteContract: 6 monthsA leading local authority in the west midlands is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Category to provide strategic leadership across high-value procurement activity within property, housing, and facilities management (FM). This...
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Interim Category Manager
6 days ago
East Midlands, United Kingdom Michael Page Full timeInterim Category Manager - IT Join to apply for the Interim Category Manager - IT role at Michael Page. We are seeking a knowledgeable Interim Category Manager - IT to manage procurement strategies and ensure effective delivery of IT services in a not-for-profit setting. The hiring organisation is a respected not-for-profit entity with a focus on delivering...
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Interim Category Manager
2 days ago
East Midlands, United Kingdom Michael Page Full timeWe are seeking a knowledgeable Interim Category Manager - IT to manage procurement strategies and ensure effective delivery of IT services in a not-for-profit setting. Client Details The hiring organisation is a respected not-for-profit entity with a focus on delivering impactful services. It is a medium-sized organisation with a professional and structured...
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Interim Category Manager
2 days ago
East Midlands, United Kingdom Michael Page Full timeWe are seeking a knowledgeable Interim Category Manager - IT to manage procurement strategies and ensure effective delivery of IT services in a not-for-profit setting.Client DetailsThe hiring organisation is a respected not-for-profit entity with a focus on delivering impactful services. It is a medium-sized organisation with a professional and structured...
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Interim Category Manager
2 weeks ago
East Midlands, United Kingdom Michael Page (UK) Full timeAbout Our Client The hiring organisation is a respected not-for-profit entity with a focus on delivering impactful services. It is a medium-sized organisation with a professional and structured approach to procurement and supply chain management. Job Description Develop and implement IT category management strategies to meet organisational objectives. Lead...
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East Midlands, United Kingdom Michael Page (UK) Full timeA not-for-profit organization in the East Midlands is seeking an Interim Category Manager - IT to develop and implement category management strategies. The role involves leading the procurement process for IT goods and services, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships. Ideal candidates have a solid background in IT procurement, excellent...
