Procurement Category Manager

Church of England; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Church of England is seeking a Procurement Category Manager to lead indirect category strategies and supplier management. This role focuses on delivering value through strategic sourcing and enhancing procurement practices within the Finance Department.

Benefits

25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days

Flexible working arrangements

Family-friendly benefits

Health plans

Qualifications

• Broad experience in indirect procurement, especially in Professional Services and IT categories.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Developing policies and processes for procurement.
• Managing procurement activities and improving compliance.

Skills

Data Analysis

Project Management

Education

MCPIS Qualification

Prince2 Certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

E-Procurement Systems

P2P Systems

Job description

Procurement Category Manager (cofe/TP/82685/8240) Westminster, England

Salary: GBP59248 per annum

Summary

Are you the one? Are you the Procurement Category Manager we are looking for?

About the Role

We are seeking a Procurement Category Manager to lead the delivery of indirect category strategies, governance, and policies. The role involves delivering value through strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier relationship management.

Procurement functions as a shared service within the Finance Department, collaborating across the National Centres of Innovation (NCIs) to provide cost-effective finance services. We are building a dedicated team to enhance value for money, improve supplier and contract management, and adopt best procurement practices.

What You'll Be Doing

The main purpose is to develop and implement Category Strategies, policies, and processes. You will manage procurement activities, improve reporting and compliance, and lead strategic sourcing initiatives, focusing on delivering value and managing risks associated with suppliers.

Main Responsibilities

• Developing policies and processes
• Reporting and compliance

Candidate Requirements

• Broad experience in indirect procurement, especially in Professional Services and IT categories
• Proficiency in data analysis using Microsoft Excel
• Experience with e-procurement and P2P systems
• Project management experience and familiarity with project management methodologies
• MCPIS qualification and knowledge of contract law
• Prince2 certification or experience in large-scale project management (desirable)

About You

The Church of England values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups, including UK Minoritised Ethnicities and disabled individuals. We are committed to inclusive recruitment practices.

What We Offer

• A salary of GBP59,248 plus pension contributions
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days, plus bank holidays
• Flexible working arrangements
• Family-friendly benefits, health plans, and staff networks

About the National Church Institutions

The NCIs support the Church of England's mission, emphasizing values of excellence, compassion, respect, and integrity. We are committed to an inclusive environment and welcome diverse applicants.

Note: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.