Interim Category Manager - IT

Michael Page (UK); Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A public sector organisation in Birmingham is seeking an IT Category Manager to manage operational contracts and develop procurement strategies. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in IT category management and strong knowledge of procurement regulations. This role offers a competitive daily rate of £400 to £450 and the opportunity for a longer contract after 3-6 months. Excellent stakeholders engagement skills are essential for success in this position.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Opportunity for a longer contract

Qualifications

• Proven experience in IT category management within a public sector or regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of National Framework Agreements and procurement regulations.
• Ability to make strategic decisions based on commercial, operational, and compliance considerations.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and manage operational IT contracts within scope.
• Assess and recommend optimal procurement strategies (renewal vs. strategic sourcing).
• Leverage knowledge of available, fit-for-purpose frameworks to deliver compliant and cost-effective solutions.
• Engage and collaborate with stakeholders to inform decisions and secure buy-in.
• Report to and work closely with Senior IT Category Managers and/or the Head of Category Management.

Skills

IT category management

Stakeholder engagement

Commercial decision-making

Knowledge of procurement regulations

Job description

• Opportunity for a longer contract.
• Competitive day rate.

About Our Client

The employer is a public sector organisation based in Birmingham. As an organisation, they focus on delivering efficient and effective services to the community, with a dedicated Procurement department

Job Description

• Review and manage operational IT contracts within scope.
• Assess and recommend optimal procurement strategies (renewal vs. strategic sourcing).
• Leverage knowledge of available, fit-for-purpose frameworks to deliver compliant and cost-effective solutions.
• Engage and collaborate with stakeholders to inform decisions and secure buy-in.
• Report to and work closely with Senior IT Category Managers and/or the Head of Category Management.

The Successful Applicant

• Proven experience in IT category management within a public sector or regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of National Framework Agreements and procurement regulations.
• Ability to make strategic decisions based on commercial, operational, and compliance considerations.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.

What's on Offer

• Daily rate of £400 to £450
• Opportunity for a longer contract after 3-6 months