Category Manager

Do you have procurement experience gained within the housing sector either in a housing association or local authority or similar.

Are you looking for a new challenge and want to be part of a newly created team.

They business has a real passion for social value, sustainability, and ESG objectives in sourcing and contract management activity as well as supporting local economic growth, SME participation, and responsible procurement objectives.

• Lead compliant end‑to‑end procurement activities in line with public sector procurement regulations and internal standing orders (e.g. PCR, PA23).
• Design and run competitive tendering processes (RFQ, ITT, DPS, Frameworks, Call‑offs).
• Negotiate contracts within governance constraints to achieve optimal commercial and service outcomes.
• Ensure contracts are robust, auditable, and compliant with legal, regulatory, and policy requirements.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships and key contracts to ensure performance, value, and compliance.
• Establish and monitor KPIs, SLAs, and contract management frameworks.
• Manage supplier risk, continuity, and performance issues, escalating where necessary.
• Strong public sector category management and strategic sourcing experience.
• In‑depth knowledge of public procurement regulations and governance.
• Advanced negotiation skills within regulated frameworks.
• Contract and supplier management expertise.
• Strong analytical and financial skills, including business case development.

• Circa 5+ years' experience in public sector procurement
• Solid knowledge of the public sector regs