Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management

JR United Kingdom; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research-driven organization is seeking a Procurement Category Manager for Facilities Management in Telford. This hybrid role includes responsibilities for developing procurement strategies, managing contracts, and collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in procurement, especially within laboratory environments, and a relevant degree.

Qualifications

• Extensive procurement experience in Facilities Management.
• Proven contract negotiation and preparation skills.
• Experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical environments.

Responsibilities

• Developing category strategies for Facilities Management procurement.
• Leading tendering, negotiations, supplier selection, and contract award activities.
• Conducting market and supplier analysis for service improvement.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier Relationship Management

Market Analysis

Cost-saving Strategies

Education

BSc in Procurement, Facilities Management, Supply Chain Management

MCIPS qualification or working towards it

Job description

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Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, Telford

Client:

CK Group

Location:

Telford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

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

The Company:

A research-driven organisation 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, specialised laboratories, oncology clinics, and focus on bridging scientific discovery with real-world applications by integrating expertise from 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 categories such as Laboratory Equipment and Services.

Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing category strategies for Facilities Management procurement, including mechanical & electrical (M&E) maintenance, cleaning, security, catering, workplace services, and minor construction works.
• Managing procurement for related subcategories like Laboratory Equipment and associated technical services.
• Leading tendering, negotiations, supplier selection, and contract award activities to ensure value, quality, and risk mitigation.
• Building relationships with internal stakeholders such as Facilities teams, Real Estate, Laboratory Managers, Health & Safety, Finance, and Legal.
• Conducting market and supplier analysis to identify cost-saving, service improvement, innovation, and sustainability opportunities.

Your Background:

• Extensive procurement experience, especially in Facilities Management sourcing.
• Experience in procuring laboratory equipment and services within FM contexts.
• Experience working in biotechnology or pharmaceutical environments.
• Proven contract negotiation and preparation skills.
• BSc in Procurement, Facilities Management, Supply Chain Management, or related fields.
• MCIPS qualification or working towards it.