Procurement Category Manager

Vivid Resourcing Ltd; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A Local Authority is seeking an experienced Procurement Category Manager to support the delivery of its procurement and commercial function on an interim basis. This role will lead category management across a range of procurement activities, ensuring compliance with PA23 and delivering value for money across council spend.

The position is hybrid (Merseyside) with a full-time pattern and minimal on-site attendance.

Qualifications

• Experience managing procurement in the public sector.
• Strong understanding of PA23 and public procurement rules.
• Track record of delivering savings and value for money.

Responsibilities

• Managing end-to-end procurement and tendering exercises.
• Providing procurement advice and support to service areas across the council.
• Delivering cashable savings and value-for-money improvements.
• Leading category management and sourcing activities.
• Ensuring compliance with the PA23 and wider procurement regulations.
• Drafting tender documentation, evaluating submissions and managing contracts.
• Working with stakeholders to develop procurement strategies and commercial solutions.
• Managing supplier relationships and supporting contract performance management.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Stakeholder engagement

Category management

Public sector procurement

Negotiation

Education

MCIPS qualification

Job description

Procurement Category Manager Interim Contract | Hybrid Working | Local Authority

A local authority is seeking an experienced Procurement Category Manager to support the delivery of its procurement and commercial function on an interim basis.

This role will play a key part in leading procurement activity across a range of categories, ensuring compliance with current legislation while delivering tangible savings and value for money across council spend.

Role Details

Location: Merseyside (Hybrid Working)
Contract: Interim Contract
Working Pattern: Full-Time
Office Attendance: Minimum 1 day per week on-site
Start Date: ASAP

Key Responsibilities

• Managing end-to-end procurement and tendering exercises.
• Providing procurement advice and support to service areas across the council.
• Delivering cashable savings and value-for-money improvements.
• Leading category management and sourcing activities.
• Ensuring compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) and wider public sector procurement regulations.
• Drafting tender documentation, evaluating submissions and managing contract awards.
• Working with stakeholders to develop procurement strategies and commercial solutions.
• Managing supplier relationships and supporting contract performance management.

Requirements

• Previous procurement experience within a Local Authority environment.
• Strong understanding of Procurement Act 2023 (PA23).
• Proven track record of delivering procurement savings and commercial efficiencies.
• Experience managing complex tenders and procurement projects.
• Ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders and service managers.
• MCIPS qualification or equivalent experience would be advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced public sector procurement professional to join a busy authority and play a key role in driving commercial value and procurement compliance across the organisation.