Assistant Procurement Category Manager

Job Title: Assistant Procurement Category Manager, Newcastle upon Tyne

Client: Home Group

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Details

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Posted: 29.04.2025

Expiry Date: 13.06.2025

Job Description

Join our team as an Assistant Procurement Category Manager in Newcastle upon Tyne. This hybrid role involves 2 days in the office per week, working full-time (37.5 hours per week), with a salary circa £27,574 per annum, negotiable based on experience. Enjoy excellent benefits, including a health cash plan.

In this role, you will support the General Procurement team to maximize value, make impactful decisions in social housing procurement, and contribute to meaningful community improvements. Your responsibilities include:

1. Shaping sourcing strategies through data analysis
2. Supporting procurement projects from strategy to delivery
3. Ensuring tender processes comply with public procurement regulations
4. Guiding teams on procurement best practices and facilitating audits
5. Maintaining Oracle procurement systems
6. Managing spend categories and supplier performance

What We Offer

Work for a top UK employer, with flexible hours, supportive colleagues, and career development opportunities. This role provides a pathway to becoming a Procurement Category Manager, with flexible working arrangements and a friendly environment.

Candidate Requirements

• Procurement experience and familiarity with e-procurement systems
• Knowledge of public procurement regulations
• Strong numerical and reporting skills
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Process improvement mindset
• Curiosity and willingness to grow

Please note, sponsorship cannot be offered for this role due to certificate limits. The work pattern is Monday to Friday, with flexible scheduling for personal needs.

Additional Benefits

• 2 days volunteering, 34 days leave (including bank holidays and a 'me day'), with options to buy more
• Health cash plan saving up to £1140 annually
• Over 800 discounts and cashback offers
• Support for wellbeing and inclusion through various networks
• Opportunities for career growth
• Generous pension scheme and 3x salary life insurance

Apply now to join us and make a difference! For assistance or reasonable adjustments, contact [emailprotected].