Estates & FM Procurement Category Manager, North London

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. Located in a very pleasant suburb North of the River, the team operate out of offices which are both vibrant and modern mirroring the unique nature of the work they are involved in. Currently this role will only require the successful applicant to be in the office for a maximum of 1 day 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. 

If you’re interested and would like to set up a call to discuss these opportunities in some more detail please get in touch today with your CV.

All applications meeting the above criteria will be carefully considered.

Langley Search & Selection Ltd is a diverse, minority-owned business and we are passionate about promoting diversity and equality. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, disability status or gender and particularly welcome applicants from underrepresented backgrounds.