Category Manager – FM Procurement

Bramwith Consulting; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A global powerhouse in Facilities Management seeks an experienced FM Category Manager to oversee high-impact procurement categories. The role involves developing sourcing strategies, managing subcontractors, and delivering annual savings targets in a supportive and flexible environment. This role offers excellent career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong procurement background with specific expertise in FM sub‑categories.
• Proven experience managing subcontractors in Hard and Soft FM services.
• Comfortable in a matrixed, multicultural organisation.
• Excellent commercial acumen and experience in managing complex contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans across FM services.
• Lead regional procurement efforts, ensuring consistency with sourcing strategies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on FM CapEx project pipelines.
• Deliver ambitious annual savings targets while maintaining supplier quality and compliance.
• Manage subcontractor relationships and oversee performance across Hard and Soft FM categories.

Skills

Procurement background

Expertise in FM sub‑categories

Experience managing subcontractors

Commercial acumen

Experience in contract negotiations

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a global powerhouse in the Facilities Management sector. As part of a wider transformation and investment in best‑practice procurement, this FTSE 100 firm is seeking an experienced FM Category Manager to lead a high‑value, untapped FM category portfolio.

In this strategic role, you’ll act as the subject‑matter expert across multiple FM sub‑categories, driving sourcing strategy, supplier performance, and value delivery across a complex and critical area of spend.

Role Overview

As the Category Manager – FM, you’ll oversee a range of high‑impact procurement categories, including Hard FM (Engineering & Building Services, Fit‑Out, Construction, etc.) and Soft FM.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans across FM services in alignment with business objectives and financial targets.
• Lead regional procurement efforts, ensuring consistency with UK & Ireland sourcing strategies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gain visibility into FM CapEx project pipelines and align procurement activity accordingly.
• Deliver ambitious annual savings targets while maintaining supplier quality and compliance.
• Manage subcontractor relationships and oversee performance across Hard and Soft FM categories.

Required Experience

• Strong procurement background with specific expertise in FM sub‑categories (e.g. lifts, fire & security, water treatment, electrical wholesalers).
• Proven experience managing subcontractors across both Hard and Soft FM services.
• Comfortable working in a matrixed, multicultural organisation.
• Track record of developing and implementing national category strategies.
• Excellent commercial acumen and experience in managing complex contract negotiations.

Why Apply?

This is a high‑impact role offering excellent career progression opportunities, including a clear path toward directorship. You’ll join a forward‑thinking, supportive, and flexible working environment where your expertise will be valued and rewarded.

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Seniority Level

• Associate

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries

• Facilities Services