Strategic Category Manager, Property & Procurement

1st Executive Ltd; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement consultancy in the UK is seeking a skilled procurement professional to develop and implement supply chain solutions, drive procurement strategies, and foster supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will have a degree, CIPS qualification, and solid experience in Category Management, particularly within health and social care. Strong analytical and negotiation skills are essential for this role, which offers a competitive environment focused on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in end-to-end Category Management.
• Experience in health and social care.
• Experience in commercial and contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Drive implementation of procurement strategies.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships.
• Manage risks across third-party spend effectively.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaborative skills

Education

Degree level education or equivalent

CIPS qualification or equivalent

Job description

A leading procurement consultancy in the UK is seeking a skilled procurement professional to develop and implement supply chain solutions, drive procurement strategies, and foster supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will have a degree, CIPS qualification, and solid experience in Category Management, particularly within health and social care. Strong analytical and negotiation skills are essential for this role, which offers a competitive environment focused on continuous improvement.