Commercial Category Manager

SRG; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SRG is seeking an experienced Commercial Category Manager (Technology Procurement) to support a high-volume technology spend pipeline. The role focuses on software, hardware, cloud services, cyber security, data solutions and IT infrastructure, with end-to-end procurement ownership and governance across the organisation.

You will lead stakeholder engagement, develop sourcing strategies, run tendering, and drive contract negotiations to secure compliant, value-for-money outcomes while ensuring

Qualifications

• Active SC Clearance required.
• Experience in technology-related spend categories (software, hardware, cloud, cyber security, data solutions).
• Knowledge of PCR 2015 and the Procurement Act 2023.
• Experience delivering end-to-end procurement projects including tendering and contract amendments.

Responsibilities

• Manage a pipeline of procurement projects from initiation to contract award.
• Develop procurement strategies and sourcing plans.
• Support stakeholders in defining business requirements and developing specifications.
• Produce tender documentation, including evaluation methodologies and contract terms.
• Lead tender processes and supplier communications.
• Conduct commercial assessments and negotiations for value-for-money outcomes.
• Draft, review and finalise contracts; mitigate commercial risks.
• Support transition from procurement into supplier management.

Skills

Stakeholder management

End-to-end procurement

Tendering

Contract negotiations

Data analysis

Procurement compliance

Public sector procurement

SC clearance

Technology procurement

Tools

eProcurement platforms (Proactis/Oracle)

Job description

Commercial Category Manager (Technology Procurement)

Contract: 6-Month Initial Contract

Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance Required

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Category Manager to join a busy Procurement function, supporting the delivery of a high-volume procurement pipeline across a broad range of technology-related spend categories.

This role offers the opportunity to lead end-to-end procurement activities, working closely with senior stakeholders to deliver compliant, value-for-money sourcing outcomes across areas including software, hardware, cloud services, cyber security, IT infrastructure, professional services, and data solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a pipeline of procurement projects from initiation through to contract award.
• Develop procurement strategies and sourcing plans in line with organisational objectives and procurement regulations.
• Support stakeholders in defining business requirements and developing specifications.
• Produce tender documentation, including evaluation methodologies, commercial models, and contract terms.
• Lead tender processes, managing supplier communications, clarifications, bidder engagement, and evaluation activities.
• Facilitate evaluation and moderation sessions, ensuring robust governance and compliance throughout.
• Conduct commercial assessments and negotiations to achieve value-for-money outcomes.
• Draft, review and finalise contracts while identifying and mitigating commercial risks.
• Support the transition from procurement into contract and supplier management activities.
• Create, review and publish procurement notices and contract award notices where required.
• Analyse spend data, supplier performance information and market intelligence to support procurement decision-making.
• Provide procurement advice and guidance to stakeholders across the organisation.
• Support governance activities, ensuring compliance with procurement policies, controls and regulatory requirements.
• Promote sustainable procurement practices and supplier management best practice.
• Active SC Clearance.
• Proven experience managing a pipeline of procurement activity, delivering compliant and value-for-money outcomes.
• Strong experience delivering end-to-end procurement projects, including competitive tendering, contract renewals, extensions, and amendments.
• Experience procuring technology-related goods and services, including software, hardware, cloud, cyber security, data, infrastructure, and professional services.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the confidence to challenge and influence at all levels.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building capabilities.
• Strong understanding of procurement routes-to-market and commercial contract models.
• Demonstrable ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to analyse data and present meaningful commercial insights to stakeholders.
• High attention to detail when preparing and reviewing procurement documentation.
• Public sector procurement experience.
• Knowledge of PCR 2015 and the Procurement Act 2023.
• Experience using eProcurement platforms such as Proactis, Oracle or similar.
• Knowledge of technology industry contract frameworks and commercial models.
• Supplier and contract management experience post-award.