Category Manager - Corporate Services

Michael Page (UK); Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading NHS Foundation Trust as an Interim Category Manager in Birmingham, where your expertise in procurement will drive significant savings and enhance service delivery. In this dynamic role, you will manage corporate procurement across various sectors, engage with stakeholders, and lead complex tender exercises. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dedicated team, contributing to impactful projects within the healthcare sector. If you have a strong background in procurement and are ready to make a difference, this role offers a chance to thrive in a supportive environment for up to 9 months.

Benefits

Opportunity to work with NHS Foundation Trust

Supportive team environment

Flexible daily rate

Qualifications

• 2+ years of procurement experience, preferably in corporate services and NHS.
• Strong skills in contract and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Manage corporate procurement for NHS Trusts, focusing on cost savings.
• Lead procurement and tender exercises, ensuring strategic alignment.

Skills

Procurement Management

Contract Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Project Leadership

Cost Savings Delivery

Public Procurement Legislation

Job description

• Interim Category Manager - Corporate Services
• Birmingham location, up to 9 months

About Our Client

Our client is one of the largest NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK, serving a significant population in Birmingham.

Job Description

• Manage corporate procurement for various NHS Trusts, primarily within Professional Services, Estates, Facilities, IT, and Capital Works.
• Identify, develop, and deliver savings plans and cost improvement programmes.
• Lead complex procurement and tender exercises, including contract creation and negotiation.
• Engage with stakeholders to ensure procurement activities align with strategic objectives and deliver value for money.
• Build strong relationships with internal departments and suppliers to drive collaboration and performance.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Category Manager should have:

• At least 2 years of experience in procurement, with a background in corporate services and NHS procurement, is preferred.
• Strong contract, supplier, and stakeholder management experience.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead projects and deliver cost savings.
• Expertise in public procurement legislation and NHS procurement processes.
• Ability to influence senior managers and external partners to achieve optimal outcomes.

What's on Offer

• An estimated daily rate of £300 - £450
• Birmingham location
• up to 9 months interim contract
• Opportunity to work with a renowned NHS Foundation Trust
• Being part of a dedicated and supportive team