Senior Category Manager, Corporate

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading NHS Trust as a Senior Category Manager, overseeing corporate procurement and leading innovative practices. You will collaborate with senior leadership to enhance operations and deliver value. Enjoy flexible working, career development, and a competitive salary within an inclusive team.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Generous annual leave

Development opportunities

NHS pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in leading complex procurement programs.
• Ability to foster high-performing culture and manage stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead corporate procurement programs and implement sourcing strategies.
• Provide expert procurement advice and support to stakeholders.
• Engage with multi-functional teams and lead change in procurement practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic Sourcing

Category Management

Job description

Job Summary

Are you an experienced Senior Category Manager seeking to join an ambitious team within one of the UK's most complex NHS Trusts? The Senior Category Manager will lead the Corporate category team and play a key role in developing and implementing the new Procurement and Supply Chain operating model and strategy across Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust and the 'Smart Together' Shared Service for corporate services procurement.

We are embarking on an exciting transformation journey aimed at enhancing our operations and delivering greater value to the Trusts we serve.

Role Overview

We are looking for a forward-thinking and innovative Senior Category Manager to oversee our corporate procurement category and deliver a large, complex procurement program. You will develop our commercial approach through Category Management and Strategic Sourcing, collaborating with the senior leadership team to foster a high-performing culture built on trust and accountability.

Main Duties

1. Report to the Associate Director of Non-Clinical Procurement and be part of their leadership team.
2. Lead change with innovative procurement practices, ensuring contract compliance to reduce costs and enhance patient care.
3. Provide expert procurement advice and support to stakeholders.
4. Develop and manage relationships between stakeholders and procurement.
5. Engage with multi-functional teams across Guy's and St Thomas' and the Shared Service.
6. Work closely with clinicians, service managers, suppliers, professional bodies, partner organisations, and system colleagues.
7. Lead corporate procurement programs and support the implementation of category and sourcing strategies across complex projects.
8. Demonstrate resilience, positivity, and forward-thinking, striving for high standards in procurement that support patient care, innovation, and sustainability.

About Us

Why join us:

• Be part of an inclusive department with flexible hybrid working and generous annual leave to promote work-life balance.
• Access development opportunities and mentorship for career growth.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and NHS pension scheme.
• Contribute to our transformation journey, shaping the future of procurement and supply chain operations.

We seek someone passionate about building trust and accountability within a complex team, capable of leading complex projects with excellent communication skills, and managing their workload effectively. A growth mindset and adaptability to a stimulating environment are essential. You will be an integral part of a senior leadership team committed to service transformation.

Details

Date posted: 14 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 8b

Salary: £70,387 to £80,465 per annum including HCA

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 196-COF10733-S

Location

Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

200 Great Dover Street

London

SE1 4YB