Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management

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

Job summary

A growing research facility is seeking a Procurement Category Manager for Facilities Management in Guildford. The role involves developing procurement strategies, managing tenders, and ensuring quality and value in FM services and laboratory equipment procurement. Ideal candidates will possess strong negotiation skills and extensive experience in procurement within biotech or pharmaceutical contexts.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Qualifications

• Extensive procurement experience in Facilities Management.
• Experience in procurement of laboratory equipment.
• Experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop category strategies for Facilities Management procurement.
• Manage procurement for subcategories like Laboratory Equipment.
• Lead tendering processes and negotiations.

Skills

Procurement experience

Contract negotiation skills

Market analysis

Supplier management

Education

BSc in Procurement, Facilities Management, Supply Chain Management

MCIPS qualification or working towards it

Job description

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Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, Guildford

Client:

CK Group

Location:

Guildford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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 Oxford on a permanent basis. This role will be hybrid, requiring on-site presence three days a week.

The Company:

A research-driven organization led by talented scientists and entrepreneurs, dedicated to creating sustainable solutions for global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. The new campus will feature state-of-the-art R&D facilities, specialized laboratories, oncology clinics, and focus on bridging scientific discovery with real-world applications by integrating expertise from 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 mechanical & electrical (M&E) maintenance, cleaning, security, catering, workplace services, and minor construction works.
• Manage procurement for subcategories like Laboratory Equipment (non-core scientific equipment supporting facilities and operations) and technical services.
• Lead tendering processes, negotiations, supplier selection, and contracts to ensure value, quality, and risk mitigation.
• Build relationships with Facilities teams, Real Estate, Laboratory Managers, Health & Safety, Finance, and Legal departments.
• Conduct market and supplier analysis to identify cost-saving, service improvement, innovation, and sustainability opportunities.

Your Background:

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