Procurement Category Manager: Facilities Management

CK Group- Science, Clinical and Technical; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CK Group is seeking a Procurement Category Manager for Facilities Management to join a cutting-edge research facility in Oxford. The successful candidate will develop procurement strategies and manage subcategories such as laboratory equipment while building stakeholder relationships. This pivotal role requires extensive procurement experience, particularly in facilities management, and offers a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package.

Qualifications

• Extensive procurement experience in Facilities Management sourcing.
• Experience in procurement of laboratory equipment and services within FM context.
• Background in biotechnology or pharmaceutical environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies for Facilities Management procurement.
• Manage procurement for subcategories related to Facilities Management.
• Conduct market and supplier analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Procurement Experience

Contract Negotiation

Market Analysis

Education

BSc in Procurement, Facilities Management, Supply Chain Management or similar

MCIPS qualified or working towards full membership

Job description

CK Group are recruiting for a Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, to join a growing and exciting research facility in Oxford, on a permanent basis. This role will be hybrid, requiring you to be on-site for three days a week.

The Company:

A research-driven organisation led by talented scientists and entrepreneurs, dedicated to creating sustainable solutions for global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. This exciting new campus will feature state of art R&D facility, specialised laboratories, oncology clinics and focus on bridging scientific discovery with real-world applications by integrating expertise from various fields, including biomedical science, engineering, and public health.

The Role:

Our client is seeking an experienced and commercially savvy Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, to oversee Hard and Soft FM services and associated categories such as Laboratory Equipment and Services.


Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing category strategies for Facilities Management procurement, covering services such as mechanical & electrical (M&E) maintenance, cleaning, security, catering, workplace services, and minor construction works.
• Managing procurement for subcategories related to Facilities Management, including the sourcing and management of Laboratory Equipment (non-core scientific equipment supporting facilities and operations) and associated technical services.
• Leading competitive tendering processes, negotiations, supplier selection, and contract award activities, ensuring best value, service quality, and risk mitigation.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders including Facilities teams, Real Estate, Laboratory Managers, Health & Safety, Finance, and Legal departments.
• Conducting market and supplier analysis to identify opportunities for cost savings, service improvement, innovation, and sustainability.

Your Background:

• Extensive procurement experience, including significant time in Facilities Management sourcing.
• Experience of procurement of laboratory equipment and services in an FM context.
• Experience of working in a biotechnology or pharmaceutical company environment.
• Proven experience of contract negotiation and preparation.
• A BSc in Procurement, Facilities Management, Supply Chain Management or similar.
• MCIPS qualified or working towards full membership.

Salary:

Competitive with an excellent benefits package.

Apply:

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