Reference: 4841399Job ID: 5422530Posted: 2026-10-29Closing date: 2027-01-28Location: BasingstokeSalary: 55,000 -65,000 p.a.Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Government & Public Services / ProcurementCompany: HaysConsultant: Christopher HarringtonHays office: Reading — Level 5, Block B, Suite 2 Apex, Forbury RoadPhone: Email: new companyAre you an experienced Procurement Manager or Category Manager with expertise in construction, asset management, property services, hard FM, or development procurement within a public sector environment? We are supporting a large, purpose-led organisation with the appointment of a Category Manager to join an established procurement team.
Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV.
These roles offer the opportunity to lead strategic sourcing activity across high-profile spend areas, influencing organisational outcomes while delivering commercial value and procurement best practice.
This is an excellent opportunity for procurement professionals who enjoy stakeholder engagement, supplier management, strategic sourcing, and working within a regulated procurement environment. Your new roleAs a Category Manager, you will be responsible for delivering a portfolio of strategic procurement projects, working closely with stakeholders to develop category strategies, identify opportunities, manage risk, and drive value for money across your area of responsibility.
You will support one of the following categories: Property ServicesDevelopmentWorking as part of a collaborative procurement function, you will lead sourcing activities from market engagement through to contract award and supplier performance management, ensuring procurement activity supports wider business objectives.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead and deliver end-to-end procurement and sourcing projects across designated category areas.
Develop and implement category strategies that align with organisational priorities and stakeholder needs.
Manage supplier engagement, tender exercises, negotiations, contract award and supplier performance activities.
Ensure compliance with public sector procurement regulations and governance requirements.
Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to understand future requirements, challenges and opportunities.
Conduct market analysis and supplier research to support procurement decision-making.
Identify opportunities to deliver efficiencies, cost savings, value creation and service improvements.
Support supplier relationship management activities and ongoing contract life cycle management.
Monitor expenditure and ensure appropriate routes to market are adopted.
Promote procurement best practice, compliance, and continuous improvement across the organisation.
What you'll need to succeedWe are keen to speak with procurement professionals who can demonstrate: Experience in a Category Manager, Procurement Manager or Strategic Sourcing role.
Strong procurement expertise within construction, development, property services, asset management, repairs and maintenance, hard FM or related categories.
Proven experience leading complex sourcing exercises and delivering commercial outcomes.
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills. Strong supplier relationship management and contract management experience.
Experience managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Strong analytical and commercial decision-making skills. Knowledge of public sector procurement regulations, including Procurement Act 2023 and/or PCR 2015.Experience within housing, local government, wider public sector, facilities management, construction or infrastructure environments would be highly advantageous.
What you'll get in returnHybrid working model with an excellent work-life balance – 2 days a week in BasingstokeOpportunity to work on high-value, strategically important procurement projects.
Diverse and interesting category portfolios.
Supportive and collaborative procurement team.
Strong commitment to professional development and career progression.
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially focused procurement professional looking to play a key role in delivering strategic procurement initiatives within a complex and evolving organisation. xgikmsk What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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- Christopher Harrington
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