Public Sector Category Manager - Strategy & Savings (Hybrid)

Cyngor Caerdydd/Cardiff Council; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Cardiff Council is seeking skilled procurement professionals to join the Ardal team on a temporary Sabbatical cover until 2 November 2027. The role involves directing sourcing activity across category teams, engaging with officers with varying levels of procurement knowledge, and delivering strategies to maximise value for money and social outcomes.

The position offers hybrid working with time split between County Hall in Cardiff Bay and remote work.

Responsibilities

• Direct and co-ordinate sourcing activity across the relevant Category team and managing the respective team.
• Engage with devolved officers who have little or no procurement knowledge and expertise.

Job description

Cardiff Council is seeking skilled procurement professionals to join the Ardal team on a temporary Sabbatical cover until 2 November 2027. The role involves directing sourcing activity across category teams, engaging with officers with varying levels of procurement knowledge, and delivering strategies to maximise value for money and social outcomes.

The position offers hybrid working with time split between County Hall in Cardiff Bay and remote work.