Lead Category Manager

Sellick Partnership; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Category Manager to enhance procurement services and stakeholder relationships. This role presents a unique opportunity to drive cash and efficiency savings while working collaboratively with procurement teams. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality service and strategic procurement initiatives that support organizational goals. Join a partnership that values integrity and inclusivity, where your contributions will have a meaningful impact on the department's evolution. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in procurement, ideally in NHS or public sector.
• CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma or equivalent is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a strategic and operational procurement service.
• Drive change and innovation with a focus on commercial excellence.

Skills

CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma

Procurement Experience

Stakeholder Management

Commercial Excellence

Education

Degree or relevant experience

Job description

Lead Category Manager

£55,877 - £62,626

Permanent

Surrey

Are you a Category Manager looking for the next challenge in your career? My client is looking for a leader who can work with suppliers and stakeholders to build an excellent reputation in procurement services and create new commercial opportunities. You will have the opportunity to secure cash and efficiency savings across the country to release resources and improve customer outcomes.

As the Lead Category Manager you will be tasked with developing new and enhancing existing client relationships by delivering the highest quality service. You will work closely with procurement teams to ensure a cohesive strategy is in place for the delivery of services and products.

Key responsibilities of the Lead Category Manager

• Develop and deliver a procurement service that is strategic and operational
• Deliver effective procurement of individual services by working in collaboration with stakeholders
• Ensure delivery against an annual procurement delivery plan
• Drive change and innovation across the organisation with a focus on commercial excellence
• Capture and manage procurement intentions across the organisation
• Enhance the stakeholder relationships across the organisation, helping colleagues to make informed decisions

Required skills and experience of the Lead Category Manager

• CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma or equivalent
• Degree or relevant experience
• Ideally 5 years of experience in procurement
• Successful delivery in Category Services
• Experience in NHS or Public sector

This is a fantastic opportunity to join this Surrey based partnership at a time where you can provide specialist procurement advice and support to budget holders and stakeholders across the Trust to support in the continued evolution of the department. Our client offers an inclusive environment and truly cares about its staff and those who they work with, working with respect and integrity in everything they do.

If you believe you have the necessary skills, ambition and experience for the Lead Category Manager role, please apply now, or contact Andrew Rose at Sellick Partnership. With the department workload increasing due to the success of the organisation, the client is looking for a relatively quick appointment. The closing date is Sunday 20th April at 12:00 pm.