Procurement Category Manager x 3

Wakefield Metropolitan District Council; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Wakefield is seeking a Procurement Category Manager to lead procurement activities across various sectors including Construction and Environmental Services. The ideal candidate will have at least CIPS Level 4 or equivalent experience, with strong analytical and communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate with key teams to drive improvements in procurement practices. Be part of a flexible and forward-thinking team that is making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum CIPS Level 4 or equivalent experience.
• Sound understanding of public sector procurement.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activity within your category.
• Provide expert advice to stakeholders and service leads.
• Collaborate with Finance, HR, Legal, and other key teams.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

CIPS Level 4 or equivalent experience

Job description

Join Our Ambitious Commercial Team at Wakefield Council

At Wakefield Council, we're doing things differently. Our Commercial Team plays a vital role in delivering the Council's ambitions - making a real difference to our communities.

As we grow our commercial expertise, we're looking for individuals with strong commercial acumen and a passion for public service to join our flexible, forward-thinking team.

Whether you're starting your career or looking to take the next step, we offer opportunities across multiple categories, tailored to both organisational needs and your personal development goals.

What our colleagues say :

"Having started my career in the Central Procurement Team as an interim, I was so impressed with the expertise, dedication and support of colleagues in providing a professional service to our stakeholders through smart sourcing and collaboration, such that I applied for, and was successful in landing, the post permanently".

For an informal conversation about any of our roles, contact Zoe Robinson on 07787 165 415 or [e-mail] or Victoria Eaton on 07345 462 364 or [e-mail].

Procurement Category Manager

What you're likely to be working on :

We have a number of portfolio areas which you may be involved with. These include but are not limited to :

• Construction
• Highways & Transport
• Regeneration
• Environmental Services

What You'll Do :

• Lead procurement activity within your category
• Provide expert advice to stakeholders and service leads
• Collaborate with Finance, HR, Legal, and other key teams
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement practices

What We're Looking For :

• Minimum CIPS Level 4 or equivalent experience
• Sound understanding of public sector procurement
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

Please note that this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received.