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Interim IT Category Manager

Castlefield Recruitment
Posted 7 hours ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Preston, Lancashire PR4 0AS, England

Salary

£375 - £400 per day

Contract type

Part Time

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  • The role of IT Category Manager is available in Lancashire with a pay rate of £375 - £400 per day for a duration of 3 months.
  • The position requires one day per week in the office and involves managing ICT category projects at both strategic and operational levels.
  • Candidates must have direct experience in IT category management and prior experience in the Public Sector, operating at a strategic level in procurement.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills are essential, and CIPS certification is desirable.
  • This role also emphasizes the importance of identifying cost-saving opportunities and staying updated on changing markets.

Role: IT Category Manager

Location: Lancashire

Rate: £375 - £400 per day

Duration: 3 months

Castlefield Recruitment are currently working with a Public Sector organisation in Lancashire to recruit an IT Category Manager. The role would require 1 day p/w in the office.

Role: 

  • Work under the ICT category, managing projects at both a strategic and operational level
  • Lead on tendering exercises, ensuring full compliance with public contract regulations and organisational policies/procedures
  • Utilise frameworks for direct awards and mini competitions
  • Liaise with senior level stakeholders
  • Proactively develop and maintain specialist category knowledge and have an awareness of constantly changing markets
  • Identify opportunities for cost savings

Person:

  • Direct experience in IT category is essential
  • Previous experience in the Public Sector
  • Has previously operated at a strategic level in procurement
  • Strong stakeholder management experience
  • CIPS desirable

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.