SENIOR CATEGORY MANAGER FM

JR United Kingdom; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global Facilities Management organization is seeking an experienced FM Senior Category Manager (VP) to lead their expansive procurement strategy across the UK and Ireland. This role offers the chance to manage significant procurement sub-categories while working towards senior leadership within a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years in procurement/category management.
• Experience in FM sub-categories (Cleaning, Waste Services).
• Proven track record in complex contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Implement sourcing strategies for FM Services.
• Manage a team of procurement professionals.
• Deliver annual savings objectives.

Skills

Team Leadership

Category Management

Complex Contract Negotiation

Multi-Cultural Communication

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Client:

Bramwith Consulting

Location:

Chesterfield, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

With aggressive expansion underway, this iconic global Facilities Management powerhouse is investing in best-practice procurement. They are looking to hire a highly qualified FM Procurement specialist to join their team, managing an untapped FM category.

As FM Senior Category Manager (VP), you will be regarded as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for various multi-million-pound procurement sub-categories including Catering, Cleaning, Waste Services (Soft FM), Engineering & Building Services, Fit-Out & Construction (Hard FM).

Procurement role summary:

• Implement sourcing strategies for FM Services to support operational business, meet objectives, and achieve financial targets.
• Ensure the Regional Buying team employs the Regional Procurement strategy across the UK & Ireland.
• Gather visibility of FM capex project pipeline to enable procurement activities for projects.
• Manage a team of procurement professionals, ensuring relevant succession planning through development.
• Deliver annual savings objectives to meet regional targets.

Requirements for success:

• Experience leading teams in buying/category management (5-7+ years).
• Experience in FM sub-categories such as Lifts, Fire and Security, Water Treatment, Electrical Wholesale.
• Experience managing sub-contractors across Hard and Soft FM Services.
• Experience working in a multi-cultural and matrix environment.
• Experience developing and implementing national procurement and category strategies.
• Proven track record in complex contract negotiations.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced FM Category Manager to accelerate their career towards Directorship within a collaborative, enjoyable, and flexible environment.

To apply, please email your CV to [emailprotected] or apply directly through this forum.

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