Interim Category Manager Place

Page Personnel; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 83,000 - 92,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily rate £450-£500

Temporary position

Job summary

Page Personnel is seeking an Interim Category Manager - Place for the Midlands. You will develop procurement strategies, lead tendering processes, negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships to support public sector objectives.

You will analyse data, provide policy guidance, collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, and report to senior management. This temporary role requires flexibility and the ability to deliver impact in a public-sector context.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and contract management within the public sector.
• Strong knowledge of public sector procurement regulations and policies.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for the Place category.
• Manage the tendering process, ensuring compliance with public sector regulations.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships effectively.
• Monitor contract performance and address any issues promptly.
• Provide advice and guidance on procurement policies and best practices.
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to meet project objectives.
• Prepare reports and updates for senior management as required.
• Ensure procurement activities align with the council's financial and strategic goals.

Skills

Procurement experience

Contract management

Negotiation

Stakeholder communication

Job description

This is a role within the public sector in the Midlands.

Job Description

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for the Place category.
• Manage the tendering process, ensuring compliance with public sector regulations.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships effectively.
• Monitor contract performance and address any issues promptly.
• Provide advice and guidance on procurement policies and best practices.
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to meet project objectives.
• Prepare reports and updates for senior management as required.
• Ensure procurement activities align with the council's financial and strategic goals.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Interim Category Manager - Place should have:

• Experience in procurement and contract management within the public sector.
• Strong knowledge of public sector procurement regulations and policies.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• The ability to analyse data and develop procurement strategies.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Confidence in working with stakeholders at all levels.

What's on Offer

• Daily rate of £450 to £500, dependent on the level of experience.
• Temporary position offering flexibility and a chance to make an impact.

Interim Category Manager Place West Midlands, England