Category Manager

City Of Doncaster Council; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Doncaster Council is seeking two experienced Category Managers to oversee complex procurement projects. In this role, you will lead dynamic teams, ensuring compliance with public sector regulations while driving value and social impact. This position offers professional development, a generous leave entitlement, and a strong work culture committed to community benefit.

Benefits

29 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Cycle to Work scheme

Reduced-rate gym membership

Qualifications

• Extensive public sector procurement experience, ideally in Local Government.
• Strong knowledge of public sector procurement regulations.
• Commitment to equal opportunities policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-value and complex procurement projects while ensuring compliance.
• Provide strategic advice to senior stakeholders.
• Mentor staff and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills

Procurement planning

Contract management

Market analysis

Leadership

Organisational skills

Education

MCIPS qualification

Job description

Are you an experienced procurement professional eager to lead high-impact projects in a forward-thinking council? Are you ready for your next rewarding challenge? If so, we wantyouto take a leading role in shaping and driving our procurement future.

Royal Greenwich is seekingtwodynamicand enthusiasticCategory Managersto help us deliver innovative procurement strategies, that ensure value for money, social value, and long-term benefits for our community.

AsaCategory Manager, you’ll take charge of complex procurement projects, working with multidisciplinary teams to deliver contracts that support key council objectives. This is your opportunity to use your commercial acumen and public sector procurement expertise to make a lasting impact on the services delivered to our residents.

About the Role

Reporting to theCategory Lead, you will be responsible for managing and leading procurement activities within the Place category, which covers a broad range of areas, contributing to the delivery of the Council’sMedium Term Financial Strategy. Your work will drive value for money while embedding social value considerations into procurement processes to benefit the community.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading on high-value and complex procurement projects, from planning to delivery, ensuring full compliance with public sector legislation such as the theProcurement Act 2023,and thePublic Contracts Regulations 2015.
• Providing strategic advice to senior stakeholders and ensuring that procurement activities align with wider council policies such asSocial Value.
• Mentoring staff, ensuring a culture of continuous improvement and professional development across the team.
• Working with stakeholders to ensure procurement plans are aligned with their business needs while applying best practices in contract management and supplier relationships.
• Promoting compliance with key Council policies, such asSustainabilityandSocial Value
• Offering expert technical guidance to internal stakeholders, ensuring sound procurement practices and risk mitigation across all procurement exercises.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for twoCategory Managerswith the following qualifications, skills, and experience:

Knowledge and Experience

• MCIPS qualified(or proven equivalent practical experience) with substantial public sector procurement experience, ideally inLocal Government.
• Strong knowledge of public sector procurement regulations, including thePublic Contracts Regulations 2015and theProcurement Act 2023.
• Awareness of broader procurement policies like theTransparency Agenda,Social Value,Modern Slavery,Fair Tax, andCommunity Wealth Building.

Skills and Abilities

• Expertise in procurement planning, market analysis, and contract management, with a deep understanding of Local Government categories of supply.
• Excellent leadership skills, with some experience of managing people, through both direct line management and matrix structures.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple procurement projects and stakeholders effectively.
• Proven ability to analyse risks, make informed decisions, and provide sound strategic advice.

Experience

• Extensive experience of leading procurement initiatives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, including managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in promoting staff development, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and performance.
• Proven track record of managing complex procurement projects, ensuring they deliver both financial efficiency and social value.

Equality and Diversity

• Commitment to the Council’s equal opportunities policies and ability to implement them in the context of this role.
• Understanding and commitment to achieving the Council’s staff values and ability to practice them in your work.

Why Work for Royal Greenwich?

At Royal Greenwich, you’ll be part of an innovative and supportive team committed to delivering real impact for our residents. As aCategory Manager, you’ll enjoy:

• Anexcellent working environment and culturewith experienced, professional management and colleagues.
• Agenerous 29 days’ annual leave, plusBank Holidays. (increasing to 31 days’ after 5 years continuous service)
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangementswith comprehensive IT support.
• Continuous professional development opportunities, including coaching, mentoring and training.
• The chance to work in a vibrant borough with excellent transport links, including theElizabeth LineandUber Boat
• ACycle to Work scheme,reduced-rate gym membershipand a range of local benefits and discounts.
• Not to mention agenerous Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS),which is a Defined Benefit pension scheme giving a guaranteed income when you retire with no individual risk.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contactKevin Edger; [e-mail]

To apply please click the Apply Nowlink below.