Strategic Category & Procurement Lead

Go Traffic Management Limited; Boothstown; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Go Traffic Management Limited is seeking a Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management for Network Plus operations. You will develop sourcing strategies, run tender processes and monitor supplier performance to deliver value, quality and service.

The role requires strong analytical ability, experience in procurement, negotiation skills and capability to work with diverse stakeholders across operations, finance and commercial teams.

Qualifications

• Procurement experience and cost-saving delivery.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Experience leading supplier negotiations and tender exercises.
• Experience managing contracts and supplier relationships.
• Advanced Excel and procurement reporting capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Commercial & Category Management: Develop sourcing strategies, lead tenders, negotiate contracts and deliver savings.
• Supplier Management: Build strong supplier relationships, monitor performance against KPIs, manage onboarding and due diligence.
• Analytics & Reporting: Produce spend analysis, dashboards and procurement MI to inform decisions.
• Contract & Risk Management: Support negotiations, renewals and governance, ensure compliance and manage contractual obligations.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with operational, finance and functional teams to maximise value and minimise risk.
• KPIs: Track procurement savings, cost avoidance, supplier performance, and tender cycle times.

Skills

Procurement experience

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Excel / data reporting

Education

CIPS Level 4 or equivalent

Tools

Business Central

Proactis

Job description

Go Traffic Management Limited is seeking a Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management for Network Plus operations. You will develop sourcing strategies, run tender processes and monitor supplier performance to deliver value, quality and service.

The role requires strong analytical ability, experience in procurement, negotiation skills and capability to work with diverse stakeholders across operations, finance and commercial teams.