Category Manager, Estates & FM

We have a terrific opportunity available for a Category Buyer or Category Manager with Estates & FM experience.  

This is a brand-new role within an expanding public sector procurement function.  Currently the role will only require the successful applicant to be in the office for a maximum of 2 days per week.

You will be responsible for providing commercial procurement services across a wide spectrum of Estates & FM related activities. You will ensure that the procurement and supply chain objectives of the department are achieved consistently and in support of the strategic plan and vision. You will also be tasked with developing and managing a number of key supplier relationships to ensure value for money, and provide technical expertise in executing end-to-end procurement processes.

Your profile and background

• You'll have experience of the full end-end-end tendering process and you'll be able to provide examples where you have achieved significant savings across specific category areas of spend.
• You'll have the ability to influence and engage with stakeholders at varying degrees of seniority. 
• You'll have a solid understanding of your assigned category areas of spend (Estates & FM), and you'll be comfortable liaising with a broad range of suppliers and negotiating high profile contracts.
• You’ll have some knowledge and experience of Public Contract Regulations 2015. 
• You'll be a personable and self-motivated individual with strong verbal and written communication skills. 

All applications meeting the above criteria will be carefully considered.