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Category Manager

Job Posted: 5 days ago

Salary: £ 60,000 - 62,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire

Expire in: 23 days

Job Description

Portare Solutions is currently partnering with a well-established organisation to support the appointment of a Category Manager within their procurement function, with a focus on Building Services and broader category delivery.
This is a strong opportunity to take ownership of strategic procurement activity within a regulated environment, driving value, compliance, and supplier performance across a varied spend portfolio.
The Opportunity
Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will lead the development and delivery of category strategies, ensuring procurement activity aligns with relevant legislation, best practice, and transparency requirements.
The role offers a high level of autonomy and visibility, contributing directly to organisational performance and long-term commercial outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
  * Develop and implement category strategies, including sourcing plans and supplier selection
  * Manage procurement activity across Building Services and related categories
  * Ensure all procurement activity complies with relevant regulations and internal governance frameworks
  * Analyse spend data and market insights to identify opportunities and trends
  * Build and manage effective supplier relationships, driving quality and value
  * Lead supplier performance and review processes
  * Report on procurement outcomes, including cost savings and performance metrics
  * Engage and collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation
(Responsibilities are indicative of the role and may evolve in line with business needs.)
About You (Equivalent experience and transferable skills will be considered.)
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
  * Experience delivering end-to-end procurement or category management activity
  * Knowledge of procurement processes, governance, and compliance requirements
  * Experience working with suppliers and managing commercial relationships
  * Ability to analyse data and translate insight into action
  * Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
  * Confidence in presenting information and influencing decision-making
Desirable:
  * MCIPS (or working towards)
  * Experience in a regulated or public-sector procurement environment
What’s on Offer
  * Hybrid working model (Oxford-based)
  * Opportunity to lead impactful procurement initiatives
  * Exposure to strategic decision-making and senior stakeholders
  * Supportive and collaborative working environment
  * Ongoing professional development opportunities
Inclusion & Equality Statement
The organisation is committed to creating an inclusive environment where individuals are selected, developed, and rewarded based on merit, skills, and experience.
Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of background, including but not limited to gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, or age.
Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility for all applicants

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