Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management

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

Job summary

A leading research-driven organization in Watford seeks a Procurement Category Manager for Facilities Management. The ideal candidate will have extensive procurement experience, particularly in laboratory equipment, and will manage the procurement processes while ensuring best practices in contract negotiations.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Supplier Management

Market Analysis

Education

BSc in Procurement, Facilities Management, Supply Chain Management

MCIPS qualified or working towards

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Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, Watford, Hertfordshire

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Client:

CK Group

Location:

Watford, Hertfordshire, 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

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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. The 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 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:

• 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 related to Facilities Management, including sourcing and managing Laboratory Equipment and technical services.
• Lead tendering, negotiations, supplier selection, and contract awards to ensure value, quality, and risk mitigation.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders like Facilities teams, Real Estate, Laboratory Managers, Health & Safety, Finance, and Legal.
• Conduct 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 procurement of laboratory equipment and services within an FM context.
• Experience working in biotechnology or pharmaceutical environments.
• Proven contract negotiation and preparation skills.
• BSc in Procurement, Facilities Management, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• MCIPS qualified or working towards full membership.