Location: Hybrid (1 day per week in Oxfordshire)

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and implement short-, medium-, and long-term category strategies.

• Lead complex and high-risk procurement processes in line with the Procurement Act 2023.

• Improve contract management practices, supplier performance, and stakeholder experience.

• Oversee transformation of procurement systems and processes.

• Manage a team of Category Managers and build a high-performance culture.

• Represent the organisation at external procurement and professional forums.

Essential Requirements

• MCIPS qualified or working towards it.

• Broad procurement experience (CapEx & OpEx), preferably within public sector or higher education.

• Proven track record in delivering savings and leading procurement transformation.

• Strong leadership, relationship management, and communication skills.

• In-depth knowledge of procurement legislation and contract lifecycle management.

• Skilled in using e-procurement and financial systems.

Desirable

• Degree or postgraduate qualification.

• Higher education sector procurement experience.

• Familiarity with ESG and responsible procurement practices.

Key Attributes

• Results-oriented, with a strategic and customer-focused mindset.

• High integrity and a proactive, improvement-driven approach.

• Approachable and visible leadership aligned with institutional values.