Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management

JR United Kingdom; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research facility in Preston is seeking a Procurement Category Manager for Facilities Management. The role involves overseeing procurement strategies and managing relationships with internal teams, focusing on laboratory equipment and related services. Ideal candidates will have strong procurement experience, a relevant degree, and contract negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Facilities Management procurement.
• Proven contract negotiation skills.
• Background in biotechnology or pharmaceuticals preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Procurement experience

Contract negotiation skills

Market analysis

Education

BSc in Procurement, Facilities Management, Supply Chain

MCIPS qualification or working towards it

Job description

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Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, Preston, Lancashire

Client:

CK Group

Location:

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

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 weekly.

The Company:

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

The Role:

The successful candidate will oversee Hard and Soft FM services and related categories such as Laboratory Equipment and Services, ensuring effective procurement strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement category strategies for Facilities Management procurement, including M&E maintenance, cleaning, security, catering, workplace services, and minor construction
• Manage procurement for subcategories like Laboratory Equipment and technical services
• Lead tendering, negotiations, supplier selection, and contracts to ensure value, quality, and risk mitigation
• Build relationships with internal teams including Facilities, Real Estate, Laboratory, Safety, Finance, and Legal
• Conduct market and supplier analysis to identify cost-saving and innovation opportunities

Your Background:

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