Procurement Category Manager

Procurement Category Lead / Manager London | Hybrid Demonstrable experience in the strategic procurement of indirect goods and services within a private sector environment highly desirable !! Are you a commercially minded procurement professional looking to step into a role with real strategic influence? We're partnering with a highly respected, purpose-led organisation seeking a Procurement Category Lead to drive strategic sourcing, supplier performance, and value delivery across a range of indirect spend categories. The Opportunity This is a high-impact role where you'll shape and deliver category strategies, lead complex procurement activity end-to-end, and partner closely with senior stakeholders to drive commercial outcomes. You'll play a key role in embedding best practice procurement, delivering measurable savings, and strengthening supplier relationships across the organisation. Key Responsibilities * Lead end-to-end procurement activity across key service contracts (RFI/RFP, tendering, negotiation, implementation) * Develop and deliver category strategies aligned to business objectives * Drive spend optimisation and cost-saving initiatives * Partner with budget holders to ensure commercially sound decision-making * Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to inform sourcing strategy * Manage supplier relationships, performance, and risk * Lead supplier reviews and continuous improvement initiatives * Support development of business cases and track benefit realisation * Ensure compliance with procurement policies and governance * Mentor and develop Procurement Officers, supporting capability uplift What We're Looking For * Proven experience in indirect procurement / category management * Strong track record delivering category strategies and commercial outcomes * Experience leading complex tenders and negotiating contracts * Ability to influence and partner with senior stakeholders * Strong analytical and problem-solving capability * High level of credibility, resilience, and commercial judgement Desirable: * CIPS qualification * Experience with Oracle P2P or similar systems Why Apply? * Strategic, high-visibility role with real business impact * Opportunity to shape procurement maturity and best practice * Collaborative, purpose-driven environment * Broad stakeholder exposure across a complex organisation If you're interested in hearing more, feel free to reach out directly or apply via LinkedIn. CV's to [email protected]