Interim Category Manager

Role: Category Manager

Rate: £300 - £350 p/d

Location: Manchester

Castlefield Recruitment are currently recruiting a Category Manager to join a Public Sector organisation in Manchester on a 3-6 month contract.

The Role:

• Lead on strategic procurement projects
• Prepare tender documentation and manage full processes above threshold
• Lead/support procurement strategy delivery within assigned category areas
• Deliver service improvement
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Carry out bench marking activities and market analysis
• Achieve cashable savings and added value opportunities
• Negotiate with suppliers
• Advise on procurement process and look to improve procedures where possible

The Person:

• Previous experience within the Public Sector
• PCR2015 / PA2023 knowledge
• MCIPS or working towards desirable