Strategic Category Manager Public Sector Procurement

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service; Exeter; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional fire and rescue authority in Exeter is seeking a Strategic Category Manager to oversee procurement strategies and enhance value for money on expenditures. Candidates should have a strong public sector procurement background and a relevant degree. Responsibilities include commercial advising, risk management, and national collaborative procurements. The role offers competitive compensation and a variety of employee benefits to support work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Employee benefits for work-life balance

Qualifications

• Strong background in public sector procurement.
• Experience with commercial advising and delivering public sector projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement strategies for best value.
• Improve value for money on third-party expenditures.
• Deliver national collaborative procurements.

Skills

Public sector procurement

Risk management

Commercial advising

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

Strategic Category Manager – Public Sector Procurement Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service•Exeter, England, GB

A regional fire and rescue authority in Exeter is seeking a Category Manager to manage procurement strategies and improve value for money on third-party expenditures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public sector procurement and a relevant degree, with responsibilities including commercial advising, risk management, and delivering national collaborative procurements. The role offers competitive pay and various employee benefits to support work-life balance.

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