SENIOR CATEGORY MANAGER FM

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an iconic global Facilities Management powerhouse as a Senior Category Manager in Leeds. You will drive procurement strategies across various multi-million pound sub-categories, lead a team, and have the opportunity for rapid career advancement toward Directorship in a collaborative environment. This role is perfect for a seasoned professional ready to take the next step in their career.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in procurement.
• Background in Facilities Management sub-categories.
• Proven track record in complex negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Implement strategies for FM services procurement.
• Manage a team of procurement professionals.
• Deliver annual savings and achieve financial targets.

Skills

Leadership in buying/category management

Procurement strategies

Contract negotiations

Managing sub-contractors

Experience in multi-cultural environments

Education

5/7 years+ in a buying/category management role

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SENIOR CATEGORY MANAGER FM, leeds, west yorkshire

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Client:

Bramwith Consulting

Location:

leeds, west yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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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, and with an untapped FM category to be managed the Firm is looking to hire a highly qualified FM Procurement specialist to join their team.

As FM Senior Category Manager (VP) you will be regarded as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for a variety of £Multi-Million procurement sub-categories including but not limited to 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 the operational business, meet business objectives and achieve financial targets.
• Ensure the Regional Buying team employ the Regional Procurement strategy in each region across UK & Ireland
• Gather visibility of FM capex project pipeline to enable regional buying team to execute associated procurement activity for projects.
• Manage a team of procurement professionals or development towards ensuring relevant succession planning is in place through development of team.
• Deliver ambitious annual savings objectives to deliver the regional target achievement.

In order to be successful you must have:-

• Experience in leading teams in a buying / category management environment (5/7 years+)
• Experience in FM sub-categories e.g. Lifts, Fire and Security, Water treatment, electrical wholesalers
• Experience of managing sub-contractors across Hard and Soft FM Services
• Experience of working in a multi-cultural and matrix environment
• Experience in 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 fast-track one’s career towards Directorship within a collaborative, enjoyable and flexible working environment.

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

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