Advanced Procurement Category Lead

NCC – Innovating for Industry; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 43,985 - 54,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12.5% employer pension contribution

Private medical insurance

Annual salary reviews

Flexible working

Job summary

A research and development organization seeks an Advanced Procurement Category Lead in Bristol. This strategic role involves managing procurement in the construction or defense sector, optimizing spend analysis, and supporting category strategies. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and a strong grasp of public sector procurement processes. The position offers a hybrid work model along with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experienced procurement professional with a background in construction or defence.
• Strong understanding of public sector procurement processes.
• Excellent analytical and negotiating skills.

Responsibilities

• Optimize procurement decisions across the organization.
• Manage complex procurement categories and build supplier relationships.
• Support category management strategies.

Skills

Proven experience in a procurement role, ideally within the construction or defence sector

Strong knowledge of public sector procurement processes, including PCR2015 and the Procurement Act 2023

CIPS Level 4 qualification or willingness to work towards it

Excellent commercial skills

Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills

Ability to work strategically and manage complex categories

Education

CIPS Level 4 qualification

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Advanced Procurement Category Lead

NCC

Bristol based with hybrid working (2 days in office)

Salary: £43,985 to £54,083 per annum plus 12.5% pension, private medical insurance & more!

Advert Closing Date: 12th September – please note we reserve the right to close our advert early depending on application numbers.

Government Security Clearance: You may be required to go through government security clearance if successful securing this role.

Summary:

Are you an experienced procurement professional with a strong background in the construction or defence sector? We're seeking an Advanced Procurement Category Lead to play a key role in our Sustainable Procurement team. In this strategic position, you will focus on leveraging business spend analysis to optimize procurement decisions across the organization. You'll also support the development and implementation of category management strategies, driving procurement excellence and fostering cultural change.

You’ll manage complex procurement categories, troubleshoot challenges, and build relationships with key suppliers to maintain high service delivery standards.

This role requires a strong understanding of public sector procurement processes, including familiarity with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and the upcoming Procurement Act 2023. If you have a passion for sustainable procurement and the skills to drive organizational success, we want to hear from you.

So, what are we looking for?

• Proven experience in a procurement role, ideally within the construction or defence sector.
• Strong knowledge of public sector procurement processes, including PCR2015 and the Procurement Act 2023.
• CIPS Level 4 qualification (or willingness to work towards it).
• Excellent commercial skills, with the ability to analyze and negotiate best value agreements.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work strategically, manage complex categories, and drive continuous improvement in procurement practices.
• Prepared to meet all necessary measures and requirements essential for obtaining UK government Security Clearance.

What do we offer in return?

Hybrid and flexible working as standard, annual salary reviews, company paid private medical insurance, up to 12.5% employer pension contribution, great people, honorary staff status at the University of Bristol. With a genuine focus on wellbeing, EDI and learning and development this is a chance to build your career in a thriving R&D facility with a bright future.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Supply Chain

• Industries

  Research Services and Manufacturing

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