Procurement Category Lead: Strategy, Contracts & Savings

Cleveland Police; Tees Valley, Thornaby-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional police force is seeking a Procurement Services Category Leader to join their Procurement Team in Thornaby. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and experience in contract management and supplier relationships. The role focuses on optimising external expenditure and driving value for money. Candidates must hold or be working towards CIPS membership. This full-time position offers a salary ranging from £35,526 to £40,893 per year.

Qualifications

• Experience in contract management and supplier relationships.
• Ability to build effective working relationships.
• Confident in identifying and managing risk in business activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist advice to Service Units.
• Optimise external expenditure and manage supplier relationships.
• Identify areas for improvement and contract development.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Strong communication skills

Pro-active approach

Education

Membership of CIPS or working towards it

Job description

A regional police force is seeking a Procurement Services Category Leader to join their Procurement Team in Thornaby. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and experience in contract management and supplier relationships. The role focuses on optimising external expenditure and driving value for money. Candidates must hold or be working towards CIPS membership. This full-time position offers a salary ranging from £35,526 to £40,893 per year.