Interim Procurement Manager

Michael Page (UK); Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Interim Category Manager to develop category strategies within the Healthcare sector. The position involves supplier relationship management and market analysis to enhance procurement practices. Candidates should have proven experience in strategic procurement, strong analytical skills, and knowledge of public sector regulations. This temporary role offers a competitive daily rate of £400 - £450 and a remote working option, based in Bristol, for an initial duration of three months with the potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in category management or strategic procurement within healthcare or similar sectors.
• Strong knowledge of medical healthcare categories and supply chain dynamics.
• Familiarity with public procurement frameworks and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies for medical healthcare products and services.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality and compliance.
• Conduct market analysis to identify opportunities for savings.

Skills

Category management

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Job description

• Interim Category Manager role
• Remote working

About Our Client

The organisation is a respected player in the Healthcare sector, operating as a medium-sized entity. It is committed to providing exceptional services and maintaining high standards in procurement.

Job Description

• Develop and implement category strategies for medical healthcare products and services.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to identify opportunities for savings and innovation.
• Collaborate with clinical and operational teams to align procurement with patient care needs.
• Ensure adherence to public sector procurement regulations and internal governance standards.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Interim Procurement Manager should have:

• Proven experience in category management or strategic procurement within healthcare or similar regulated sectors.
• Strong knowledge of medical healthcare categories and supply chain dynamics.
• Excellent negotiation, stakeholder engagement, and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with public procurement frameworks and compliance requirements.

What's on Offer

• Competitive daily rate between £400 - £450.
• Opportunity to work within the Healthcare sector.
• Temporary position in Bristol but the role is remote.
• The role is for 3 months initially with the potential for extension.