Head of Category - Procurement

Head of Category (Procurement) – Operations & Community Services Location: Agile working some home working but also potential travel required across 7 forces, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Kent, Norfolk and Suffolk Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full time 37 hours per week Salary: Circa 60k+, dependent on experience We are proud to be working with The Seven Force (7F) Strategic Collaboration Programme, which coordinates the collaborative activities of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Kent, Norfolk, and Suffolk Constabularies. They are currently seeking a Head of Category (Procurement) – Operations & Community Services to join their team. This is a work-from-home role, and you can be based anywhere within the Seven Forces remit. However you will be expected to attend an office in Essex and/or the South East once per month. What Youll Do Key Responsibilities ?? Category & Procurement Strategy Lead and manage procurement activities, ensuring projects are allocated based on risk, value, and complexity. Develop and implement strategic category plans that drive cost savings, innovation, and operational efficiency. Oversee the full procurement lifecycle, from market research…