Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management

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

Job summary

A leading research organization in Norwich seeks a Procurement Category Manager for Facilities Management. The role includes developing procurement strategies, managing supplier relations, and ensuring quality service delivery while working closely with various internal stakeholders. Ideal candidates have a background in biotechnology or pharmaceuticals, ensuring significant contributions to sustainability and innovation.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Facilities Management procurement.
• Experience in laboratory equipment and services.
• Background in biotechnology or pharmaceutical environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop category strategies for procurement in Facilities Management.
• Manage procurement for laboratory equipment and related services.
• Lead tendering, negotiations, and supplier selection.

Skills

Procurement experience

Contract negotiation

Supplier selection

Market analysis

Education

BSc in Procurement, Facilities Management, Supply Chain

MCIPS qualification

Job description

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Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, Norwich

Client:

CK Group

Location:

Norwich

Job Category:

Other

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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 Norwich on a permanent basis. This 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 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 Facilities Management 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 related to Facilities Management, including Laboratory Equipment and technical services
• Lead tendering, negotiations, supplier selection, and contract awards to ensure value, quality, and risk mitigation
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders such as Facilities, Real Estate, Laboratory Managers, H&S, Finance, and Legal
• Conduct market and supplier analysis to identify cost-saving, service improvement, innovation, and sustainability opportunities

Candidate Requirements:

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