Category Manager

We are partnering with a leading housing organisation to recruit an experienced Category Manager to join their high-performing procurement team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded professional to take ownership of strategic sourcing and category management across a varied and high-impact portfolio.

Please note this is a 12-month contract initially and offers flexible working with 1-2 days a week in the London Office.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver effective procurement and category strategies to ensure value for money
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to drive performance and innovation
• Conduct market research and analysis to inform sourcing decisions
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements
• Provide management information on category spend and procurement efficiencies
• Lead continuous improvement and ensure best practise procurement across the organisation

Essential skills and experience:

• Proven experience applying Public Contracts Regulations to end-to-end procurement
• Track record of delivering complex, high-value procurement solutions
• Experience in technology-related procurement and contract management
• Excellent communication, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Advanced Excel and MS Office proficiency
• CIPS qualification (or studying towards)

Please apply as soon as possible to ensure you are considered for this exciting opportunity.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the heart of what we value as an organisation. Boston Hale is an equal opportunities employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other status protected by law.