Role: Procurement Category Manager - Public Sector
Salary: £45-55k + package (could be some flexibility)
Location: North Bristol
Hybrid: 3 days office


An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Procurement and Category Management professional to join a large, complex public sector organisation undergoing significant transformation. As the function continues to embed a category-led approach aligned to a long term 2030 strategy, this role offers the chance to shape and influence how procurement delivers strategic value across Estates, Commercial Services, Business Services and IT.


With responsibility for £100m to £120m of non-pay expenditure, the team plays a critical role in driving value for money, supporting capital and revenue programmes, and championing sustainability and equality initiatives. This is a high visibility position within a forward thinking organisation where procurement is recognised as a strategic enabler, not a back-office function.


Responsibilities:
*Lead category management activity across key business pillars, aligning plans to organisational strategy
*Develop, implement and continuously review category strategies and sourcing plans
*Deliver end to end tender processes, from market engagement through to contract award
*Manage supplier relationships and performance to ensure commercial and service outcomes are achieved
*Provide strategic advice to senior stakeholders, building strong internal partnerships and securing buy in
*Ensure compliance with UK public procurement regulations and governance requirements
*Contribute to the delivery of sustainability, social value and equality objectives through procurement activity


Requirements:
*Proven experience in UK public sector procurement and category management
*Strong understanding of public procurement regulations and compliant sourcing routes (PCR2015 / PA23)
*Experience managing complex procurements within multi stakeholder environments
*Demonstrable ability to deliver end to end tenders and manage contracts effectively
*Highly organised, self motivated and able to manage competing priorities with confidence


This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute procurement professional who wants to play a central role in transforming procurement within a large and ambitious public sector environment. As such, please apply ASAP if interested