Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management

JR United Kingdom; Doncaster; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research-driven organization in Doncaster seeks a Procurement Category Manager to enhance its Facilities Management category. The candidate will develop procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and ensure quality through effective negotiation. Ideal candidates will have strong procurement experience, particularly in biotech sectors, and a relevant degree or qualification.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies for Facilities Management procurement.
• Lead tendering, negotiations, supplier selection, and contracts.
• Conduct market and supplier analysis for cost-saving and service improvements.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier analysis

Cost-saving strategies

Stakeholder management

Education

BSc in Procurement, Facilities Management or Supply Chain Management

MCIPS qualification or working towards it

Job description

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Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, Doncaster

Client:

CK Group

Location:

Doncaster, United Kingdom

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. The role is hybrid, requiring three days on-site per week.

The Company:

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

The Role:

Seeking an experienced and commercially savvy Procurement Category Manager to oversee Hard and Soft FM services and related categories such as Laboratory Equipment and Services.

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 contracts to ensure value, quality, and risk mitigation.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders including Facilities, Real Estate, Laboratory Managers, Health & Safety, Finance, and Legal teams.
• Conduct market and supplier analysis to find cost-saving, service improvements, innovation, and sustainability opportunities.

Candidate Profile:

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