Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management

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

Job summary

JR United Kingdom is seeking a Procurement Category Manager for Facilities Management to join a research facility in Stevenage. This hybrid role requires overseeing procurement strategies and managing supplier relationships in a dynamic environment focused on sustainability and innovation.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Procurement experience

Contract negotiation skills

Market analysis

Supplier relationship management

Education

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

MCIPS qualification or working towards it

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CK Group

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

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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 hybrid role requires on-site presence three days a week.

The Company:

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

The Role:

The successful candidate will oversee Hard and Soft Facilities Management 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 works.
• Manage procurement for subcategories like Laboratory Equipment and technical services supporting facilities and operations.
• Lead tendering, negotiations, supplier selection, and contract awards, ensuring value, quality, and risk management.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders including Facilities, Real Estate, Laboratory Managers, H&S, Finance, and Legal teams.
• Conduct market and supplier analysis to identify savings, service improvements, innovation, and sustainability 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.