Strategic Category Manager, Public Sector Services

Public Sector Resourcing, managed by AMS; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 96,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

AWE is seeking a Category Manager - Professional Services for a 6-month hybrid contract based in Green Park, Reading. The role requires delivering category management and strategic sourcing across professional services, with emphasis on supplier management and regulatory compliance.

Active SC clearance is essential, with potential preference for candidates meeting clearance criteria. Role situated within the UK and supports national security objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing professional services and consultancy procurement.
• End-to-end procurement and tendering experience.
• Knowledge of public procurement regulations and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver category management and strategic sourcing across indirect spend.
• Lead tendering, RFx processes, supplier evaluation and contract award.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders and manage supplier performance.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Procurement leadership

Public sector procurement

End-to-end procurement

Negotiation

Tools

Oracle

Jaggaer

Job description

AWE is seeking a Category Manager - Professional Services for a 6-month hybrid contract based in Green Park, Reading. The role requires delivering category management and strategic sourcing across professional services, with emphasis on supplier management and regulatory compliance.

Active SC clearance is essential, with potential preference for candidates meeting clearance criteria. Role situated within the UK and supports national security objectives.