Category Manager - Public Sector Sourcing & Frameworks (Hybrid)

Adecco (Portugal); Reading; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Adecco Group UK & Ireland is recruiting a Category Manager in Reading (RG6 6BU) on a permanent, hybrid basis. You will lead the design, delivery and management of procurement categories and framework agreements for public sector members.

Key duties include developing category strategies, end-to-end sourcing under UK procurement rules, governance and supplier performance, and stakeholder engagement to maximise value. The role requires strong commercial acumen and data-driven decision making.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in public sector procurement and complex category management.
• Strong knowledge of UK public procurement regulations.
• Experience in designing and delivering framework agreements.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong commercial acumen and data-driven decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development of assigned categories, ensuring frameworks are commercially strong and aligned with member priorities.
• Plan and deliver end-to-end sourcing projects, ensuring compliance with UK public procurement regulations.
• Develop sourcing strategies and documentation reflecting member needs and market conditions.
• Engage with suppliers and lead negotiation processes to secure robust framework agreements.
• Ensure strong governance across all frameworks, with audit-ready documentation and processes.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive corrective actions where necessary.
• Engage with members to understand needs and gather feedback to enhance framework effectiveness.

Skills

Public sector procurement

Category management

UK procurement regulations

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Job description

Adecco Group UK & Ireland is recruiting a Category Manager in Reading (RG6 6BU) on a permanent, hybrid basis. You will lead the design, delivery and management of procurement categories and framework agreements for public sector members.

Key duties include developing category strategies, end-to-end sourcing under UK procurement rules, governance and supplier performance, and stakeholder engagement to maximise value. The role requires strong commercial acumen and data-driven decision making.