Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research-driven organization is looking for a Procurement Category Manager in Cambridge to manage Facilities Management procurement. The role involves developing strategies for various FM services, overseeing laboratory equipment procurement, and working in a hybrid model. Ideal candidates will have strong negotiation skills, extensive experience in procurement, and relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• Extensive procurement experience, especially in Facilities Management sourcing.
• Experience in procurement of laboratory equipment and services.
• Proven contract negotiation and preparation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies for Facilities Management procurement.
• Lead competitive tendering, negotiations, and supplier selection.
• Conduct market and supplier analysis for cost savings and service improvement.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation skills

Contract management

Market analysis

Stakeholder management

Education

BSc in Procurement or related field

MCIPS qualification

Job description

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Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, Cambridge

Client:

CK Group

Location:

Cambridge, UK

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

Job Description:

CK Group is recruiting for a Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, to join a growing research facility in Oxford on a permanent basis. This role will be hybrid, requiring presence on-site three days a week.

The Company:

A research-driven organisation led by talented scientists and entrepreneurs, dedicated to creating sustainable solutions for global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. The new campus will feature a state-of-the-art R&D facility, specialised laboratories, oncology clinics, and will focus on bridging scientific discovery with real-world applications by integrating expertise from biomedical science, engineering, and public health.

The Role:

The client seeks an experienced and commercially savvy Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, to oversee Hard and Soft FM services and categories such as Laboratory Equipment and Services.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement category strategies for Facilities Management procurement, covering services like mechanical & electrical (M&E) maintenance, cleaning, security, catering, workplace services, and minor construction works.
• Manage procurement for subcategories related to Facilities Management, including sourcing and managing Laboratory Equipment (non-core scientific equipment supporting facilities and operations) and associated technical services.
• Lead competitive tendering, negotiations, supplier selection, and contract award activities, ensuring value, service quality, and risk mitigation.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, including Facilities teams, Real Estate, Laboratory Managers, Health & Safety, Finance, and Legal departments.
• Conduct market and supplier analysis to identify opportunities for cost savings, service improvement, innovation, and sustainability.

Your Background:

• Extensive procurement experience, especially in Facilities Management sourcing.
• Experience in procurement of laboratory equipment and services within an FM context.
• Experience working in biotechnology or pharmaceutical environments.
• Proven contract negotiation and preparation skills.
• BSc in Procurement, Facilities Management, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• MCIPS qualified or working towards full membership.