Interim Procurement Category Manager (Urgent Requirement)

Location

London (1 day per week onsite required)

Contract

Interim / Day Rate (Immediate Start)

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced Interim Procurement Category Manager to take ownership of key spend areas across Facilities Management, Property, Maintenance and Repairs. This is a business-critical role requiring someone who can step in immediately and deliver value at pace.

You will lead category strategy, manage complex procurement exercises, and ensure compliance within a public sector environment, leveraging established frameworks and best practice procurement methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement activity across FM, property, maintenance & repairs

• Develop and implement category strategies delivering value and risk mitigation

• Run compliant tenders under Public Sector regulations

• Utilise and manage relevant procurement frameworks

• Stakeholder engagement across estates, finance and operational teams

• Supplier performance and contract management

• Deliver cost savings and service improvements

Essential Experience

• Proven track record as a Procurement Category Manager

• Strong expertise in Facilities Management, Property, Maintenance & Repairs

• In-depth knowledge of Public Sector procurement regulations and governance

• Experience using Public Sector frameworks

• Ability to operate autonomously in a fast-paced interim environment

• Strong stakeholder management skills

Requirements

• Available to start immediately

• Able to attend London site 1 day per week

• Comfortable working at pace with minimal handover