Job summaryThe Category Manager will be responsible for providing a range of procurement activities, deputising for the Line Manager/Senior Manager as required and assisting in the provision of a cost effective, efficient and responsive service, ensuring customer service levels are established and maintained to a high standard on a client / service provider basis.
You will be based in the Procurement department and will be required to come in either Colchester or Ipswich Hospital sites, working across all ESNEFT sites as directed by project and workload. Main duties of the jobTo design, communicate and embed strategic sourcing and category management principles across the procurement team in both clinical and non-clinical categories.
Be the main point of contact for specific Division(s) and liaise with colleagues across the Procurement Team to enable the client from the Division to receive appropriate support and advice.
Lead complex procurement processes and ensure that arrangements are commercially sound and represent the best interests of the Trust.
Assess opportunities and deliver efficiencies and savings through procurement projects as appropriate.
Apply considerable professional judgment when leading on specific procurement activity and when advising senior managers, colleagues, staff and customers on the resolution of complex and strategic procurement issues, in accordance with procurement obligations / regulations including the Procurement Act 2023.
Lead in identifying areas to improve quality and reduce costs on Trust wide non pay spend.
About usWe are one of the largest NHS organisation in the region, employing over 12,000 staff. We deliver care from two main hospitals in Colchester & Ipswich, six community hospitals, clinics and patient's homes.
Our scale provides exciting opportunities for development, innovation, research, education and training.
Talk to us about our range of flexible working opportunities, apprenticeships and staff benefits
Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is at the heart of all we do; and it forms part of ESNEFTs core activities. The Trust operates and relies on everyone treating each other with dignity and respect, to receive equitable and fair treatment in the implementation of Policies, procedures and in its practices and to foster positive work relationships. The EDI Agenda reflects the Trust values of Optimistic, Appreciative and Kind. In line with the NHS Long Term Plan and Staff Standards, we consistently strive to improve, to take the learning into Action for a better ESNEFT.
DetailsDate posted03 November 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary
49,387 to 56,515 a year
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference numberNDD-000151Job locationsColchester HospitalColchesterEssexCO4 5JLUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesEast Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust are excited to be able to offer a full time post for a Procurement Category Manager.
The Category Manager will be responsible for providing a range of procurement activities, deputising for the Line Manager/Senior Manager as required and assisting in the provision of a cost effective, efficient and responsive service, ensuring customer service levels are established and maintained to a high standard on a client / service provider basis.
You will be based in the Procurement department and will be required to come in either Colchester or Ipswich Hospital sites, working across all ESNEFT sites as directed by project and workload.
Main duties of the jobTo design, communicate and embed strategic sourcing and category management principles across the procurement team in both clinical and non-clinical categories.
Be the main point of contact for specific Division(s) and liaise with colleagues across the Procurement Team to enable the client from the Division to receive appropriate support and advice.
Lead complex procurement processes and ensure that arrangements are commercially sound and represent the best interests of the Trust.
Assess opportunities and deliver efficiencies and savings through procurement projects as appropriate.
Apply considerable professional judgment when leading on specific procurement activity and when advising senior managers, colleagues, staff and customers on the resolution of complex and strategic procurement issues, in accordance with procurement obligations / regulations including the Procurement Act 2023.Lead in identifying areas to improve quality and reduce costs on Trust wide non pay spend.
For further information about this role please contact: Edward Outenedward.outen@esneft.nhs.ukWorking at ESNEFTWe pride ourselves on supporting our staff. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities, as well as flexible working options. Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offer a variety of services. Our philosophy is that Time Matters to everyone. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which cause time delays for our staff and patients.
We are investing in our commitment to Time Matters with a partnership with leading electronic patient record (EPR) supplier Epic. This digital transformation will bring what's widely regarded as the world's best EPR system to ESNEFT, transforming life in hospital for staff and patients.
If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we want to hear from you.
Sponsorship EligibilityTo comply with UK Government regulations on sponsorship we are unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold. Full guidance on sponsorship can be found Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UKNotesPlease note that where response levels are exceptional we may close the post before the specified date, therefore early application is recommended.
In line with AfC Terms and Conditions new entrants to NHS will commence on the entry level of the salaryIf you require any information in an alternative format or have any access needs for the application process, please contact us.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesEast Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust are excited to be able to offer a full time post for a Procurement Category Manager.
The Category Manager will be responsible for providing a range of procurement activities, deputising for the Line Manager/Senior Manager as required and assisting in the provision of a cost effective, efficient and responsive service, ensuring customer service levels are established and maintained to a high standard on a client / service provider basis.
You will be based in the Procurement department and will be required to come in either Colchester or Ipswich Hospital sites, working across all ESNEFT sites as directed by project and workload.
Main duties of the jobTo design, communicate and embed strategic sourcing and category management principles across the procurement team in both clinical and non-clinical categories.
Be the main point of contact for specific Division(s) and liaise with colleagues across the Procurement Team to enable the client from the Division to receive appropriate support and advice.
Lead complex procurement processes and ensure that arrangements are commercially sound and represent the best interests of the Trust.
Assess opportunities and deliver efficiencies and savings through procurement projects as appropriate.
Apply considerable professional judgment when leading on specific procurement activity and when advising senior managers, colleagues, staff and customers on the resolution of complex and strategic procurement issues, in accordance with procurement obligations / regulations including the Procurement Act 2023.Lead in identifying areas to improve quality and reduce costs on Trust wide non pay spend.
For further information about this role please contact: Edward Outenedward.outen@esneft.nhs.ukWorking at ESNEFTWe pride ourselves on supporting our staff. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities, as well as flexible working options. Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offer a variety of services. Our philosophy is that Time Matters to everyone. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which cause time delays for our staff and patients.
We are investing in our commitment to Time Matters with a partnership with leading electronic patient record (EPR) supplier Epic. This digital transformation will bring what's widely regarded as the world's best EPR system to ESNEFT, transforming life in hospital for staff and patients.
If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we want to hear from you.
Sponsorship EligibilityTo comply with UK Government regulations on sponsorship we are unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold. Full guidance on sponsorship can be found Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UKNotesPlease note that where response levels are exceptional we may close the post before the specified date, therefore early application is recommended.
In line with AfC Terms and Conditions new entrants to NHS will commence on the entry level of the salaryIf you require any information in an alternative format or have any access needs for the application process, please contact us. Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialRelevant degree or equivalent qualification or significant experience of working at degree level
Experience
EssentialProven experience of working in a management/leadership role
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialRelevant degree or equivalent qualification or significant experience of working at degree level
Experience
EssentialProven experience of working in a management/leadership roleDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer detailsEmployer nameEast Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation TrustAddressColchester HospitalColchesterEssexCO4 5JLUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameEast Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation TrustAddressColchester HospitalColchesterEssexCO4 5JLUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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