Senior Digital & IT Category Lead - Remote Procurement

Sopra Steria; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement organization is looking for a Senior Category Manager to lead a team within the Digital & IT portfolio. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in public sector procurement, a Level 5 CIPS qualification, and a proven track record in strategic sourcing initiatives. The role offers flexibility with predominantly remote work, monthly onsite meetings at the Salford office, and a competitive salary of up to £60,000 per annum plus benefits including a car allowance and private medical insurance.

Benefits

£5,400 cash car allowance

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Generous flexible benefits fund

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in public sector procurement and regulations.
• Ability to lead and mentor a team of diverse procurement staff.
• Proven ability to develop and implement category strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support a team of procurement staff.
• Develop and implement short and long-term category strategies.
• Analyze data to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Public sector procurement

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Data analysis

Education

Level 5 CIPS qualification

Comparable qualification

Job description

A leading procurement organization is looking for a Senior Category Manager to lead a team within the Digital & IT portfolio. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in public sector procurement, a Level 5 CIPS qualification, and a proven track record in strategic sourcing initiatives. The role offers flexibility with predominantly remote work, monthly onsite meetings at the Salford office, and a competitive salary of up to £60,000 per annum plus benefits including a car allowance and private medical insurance.