Interim Procurement Category Manager

Urgent requirement for an experienced local government Category Manager to work in a fast-paced Procurement function, where you will be given the autonomy to shape the function and implement procurement strategies in the transport/Highways/Environment category.

This is an interim role offering between £400 - £450 p/d.

Role:

• Running projects from a Category Manager position across the Transport, Highways, Environment in line with EU & UK Procurement regulations (OJEU)
• Running end to end procurements using OJEU frameworks
• Oversee and negotiate the contractual agreements across multiple categories
• Drive engagement and develop relationships with key internal and external stakeholders

Experience:

• Experience of working in Public Sector Procurement at Category Manager level across the Transport, Environment, and Highways
• Recent procurement experience within a local government context
• Excellent track record of engaging and influencing key stakeholders
• Understanding of contract law and supplier agreements
• Experience working in a highly regulated environment using frameworks (OJEU)
• Ideally Degree & working towards CIPS
• Experience of using In-tend procurement system

This is an urgent requirement so if the role is of interest please apply contact Jamie Mackinlay ASAP on 01483213311.