Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management

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

Job summary

A forward-thinking research-driven organization is seeking a Procurement Category Manager for Facilities Management. This hybrid role involves developing procurement strategies for diverse services and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in procurement, especially in Facilities Management and laboratory services, with a strong educational background.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in procurement, especially in Facilities Management sourcing.
• Experience procuring laboratory equipment and services within FM.
• Background in biotechnology or pharmaceuticals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for Facilities Management.
• Manage procurement for laboratory equipment and related categories.
• Lead tendering, negotiations, and supplier selection.

Skills

Procurement experience

Contract negotiation

Supplier selection

Market analysis

Education

BSc in Procurement, Facilities Management, Supply Chain, or related field

MCIPS qualification

Job description

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Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, Maidstone

Client:

CK Group

Location:

Maidstone, United Kingdom

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

The Company:

A research-driven organization led by 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, laboratories, oncology clinics, and focus on bridging scientific discovery with practical applications across biomedical science, engineering, and public health.

The Role:

Seeking an experienced, commercially savvy Procurement Category Manager to oversee Hard and Soft Facilities Management services, including Laboratory Equipment and related services.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for Facilities Management, including M&E maintenance, cleaning, security, catering, workplace services, and minor construction works.
• Manage procurement for related categories such as Laboratory Equipment and technical services.
• Lead tendering, negotiations, supplier selection, and contracting to ensure value, quality, and risk mitigation.
• Maintain strong relationships with Facilities, Real Estate, Laboratory, Safety, Finance, and Legal teams.
• Conduct market and supplier analysis to identify cost savings, innovation, and sustainability opportunities.

Candidate Profile:

• Extensive procurement experience, especially in Facilities Management sourcing.
• Experience in procuring laboratory equipment and services within FM.
• Background in biotechnology or pharmaceuticals preferred.
• Proven contract negotiation skills.
• BSc in Procurement, Facilities Management, Supply Chain, or related field.
• MCIPS qualification or working towards it.