Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A research-driven organization in Chelmsford is seeking a Procurement Category Manager for Facilities Management. This critical role focuses on developing procurement strategies for services and equipment within a hybrid work environment, collaborating closely with various teams to drive efficiency and value.

Qualifications

• Extensive procurement experience, especially in Facilities Management sourcing.
• Experience in biotech or pharmaceutical environments.
• Proven contract negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies for Facilities Management procurement.
• Manage procurement for subcategories like Laboratory Equipment.
• Lead tendering, negotiations, supplier selection, and contract awards.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Supplier Management

Market Analysis

Education

BSc in Procurement

MCIPS qualification

Job description

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Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, Chelmsford

Client:

CK Group

Location:

Chelmsford

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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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 Chelmsford on a permanent basis. The role is hybrid, requiring three days on-site per week.

The Company:

A research-driven organization led by scientists and entrepreneurs, focused on sustainable solutions for global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. The new campus will include state-of-the-art R&D facilities, laboratories, oncology clinics, and a focus on translating scientific discoveries into real-world applications across biomedical science, engineering, and public health.

The Role:

The Procurement Category Manager will oversee Hard and Soft FM services and related categories such as Laboratory Equipment and Services, ensuring effective procurement strategies and supplier management.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement category strategies for Facilities Management procurement, including M&E maintenance, cleaning, security, catering, workplace services, and minor construction works.
• Manage procurement for subcategories like Laboratory Equipment and related technical services.
• Lead tendering, negotiations, supplier selection, and contract awards to ensure value, quality, and risk mitigation.
• Build relationships with Facilities, Real Estate, Laboratory, Health & Safety, Finance, and Legal teams.
• Conduct market analysis to identify cost-saving, service improvement, innovation, and sustainability opportunities.

Your Background:

• Extensive procurement experience, especially in Facilities Management sourcing.
• Experience procuring laboratory equipment and services in an FM context.
• Experience in biotech or pharmaceutical environments.
• Proven contract negotiation skills.
• BSc in Procurement, Facilities Management, Supply Chain, or related field.
• MCIPS qualification or working towards it.