Lead Category Manager

The Lead Category Manager role is a strategic role supporting the Category Leads with management of end to end procurement projects as well as developing the category strategy and building key stakeholder and supplier relationships. The position is predominantly focused on category management and will provide sourcing, contract management and consultancy services across a wide range of customers. Working closely with key stakeholders and internal and external customers, you will set up and support individual and collaborative project groups working at all levels of stakeholder seniority as well as work with NHS Trusts to optimise value outcomes.

In order to be considered for this role you will need to be able to demonstrate strong experience in public sector procurement as well as delivering category strategy and developing relationships at a senior level. You will also need to be studying for your CIPS qualification.

These roles require 2 to 3 days a week in the Dorking office and are paying £55,877 to £62,626.