Senior Procurement Manager / Category Manager / Public Sector

AWD online; Wokingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organization in Wokingham is seeking a Procurement Manager / Category Manager with expertise in public sector procurement regulations. This hybrid role involves managing procurement strategies and supporting the implementation of the new Procurement Act 2023. The successful candidate will provide specialist advice and guidance while overseeing a Procurement Specialist. The position offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits, including a generous leave policy and a local government pension scheme.

Benefits

31 days annual leave

Local government pension scheme

Employee assistance program

Local & lifestyle discounts

Free onsite gym

Salary sacrifice schemes for cars and cycles

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing procurement tender documentation.
• Good knowledge of public sector procurement regulations.

Responsibilities

• Line management of 1 FTE Procurement Specialist.
• Developing procurement and contract management strategies.
• Providing advice and support to team members.

Skills

Public Sector Procurement Regulations

Tender Documentation

IT Skills

Education

CIPFA

CIPS

Tools

Microsoft Office

E-Procurement Software

Job description

Procurement Manager / Category Manager who has good knowledge and experience of public sector procurement regulations across a variety of category areas, ability to prepare tender documentation, and strong line management and IT skills, is required for a well-established organisation based in Wokingham.

This role is known internally as a Procurement & Contracts Senior Specialist.

SALARY: £50,788 - £56,075 per annum + Benefits

LOCATION: Hybrid role – working part from the office in Wokingham and part from home

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 37 hours per week

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Procurement Manager / Category Manager with good knowledge and experience of public sector procurement regulations across various categories, including the ability to prepare tender documentation and demonstrate strong line management and IT skills.

In this role, you will provide specialist procurement advice, guidance, and contract management support across areas such as Property Services, Housing capital schemes, Governance, and Legal.

You will support the organisation’s corporate strategy and priorities, ensuring these are evidence-based and aligned with the business plan’s aims and objectives. This includes ensuring services, programmes, projects, and employees work towards common outcomes.

This is an exciting time to join the procurement and contracts team, with the upcoming implementation of the new Procurement Act 2023 legislation in February 2025.

DUTIES

Your duties will include:

1. Line management of 1 FTE Procurement Specialist, providing guidance and support.
2. Developing procurement and contract management strategies for various categories with colleagues.
3. Collaborating with the Procurement and Contracts manager to identify procurement risks and opportunities.
4. Developing contract management approaches to meet obligations under the Procurement Act 2023.
5. Providing advice, guidance, and support to team members and colleagues.
6. Exploring innovative ways to deliver the organisation’s goals and outcomes.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Candidates should have:

1. Good knowledge and experience of public sector procurement regulations across various categories.
2. Understanding of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and the requirements of the Procurement Act 2023.
3. Experience in preparing procurement tender documentation, including timelines and evaluation methodologies.
4. Relevant professional qualifications such as CIPFA, CIPS, or substantial experience in procurement roles.
5. Strong IT skills with Microsoft Office and experience with e-procurement software.

BENEFITS

Benefits include:

1. 31 days annual leave (rising to 36 days after 5 years), plus Bank Holidays.
2. Excellent local government pension scheme.
3. Employee assistance program with 24/7 wellbeing helpline.
4. Local & lifestyle discounts.
5. Free onsite gym.
6. Salary sacrifice schemes for cars and cycles.

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JOB REF: AWDO-P13414

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