Sub-Category Manager - Infrastructure

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This role supports the university’s infrastructure strategy as part of the Commercial & Procurement team. You will partner with Estates, operational teams, and suppliers to deliver high‑quality, value‑for‑money commercial solutions across hard FM and infrastructure.

Base pay range

This range is provided by UCL. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

About us

At University College London (UCL), we are proud to be recognised as London’s Global University – a world‑leading institution with over 51,000 students and 18,000 staff from more than 150 countries. Our Commercial & Procurement function supports UCL’s strategic ambitions and long‑term financial sustainability, ensuring every procurement decision delivers value for money, drives innovation, and supports UCL’s Sustainable Procurement Strategy.

About the role

This role requires you to help shape UCL’s future infrastructure by supporting the Estates Infrastructure programme, including delivery of the long‑term Infrastructure Masterplan. You will manage tenders, contract negotiations, and supplier performance, lead on sub‑category planning, and identify opportunities to innovate, streamline processes, and support sustainable outcomes. The role also offers cross‑functional projects and a unique job‑swap opportunity with the IT & Telecoms category team.

About you

You are a proactive and commercially astute professional with a strong understanding of procurement, supplier management, and value‑driven commercial practices. You bring excellent organisational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to achieving results in a complex and fast‑moving environment. You have the confidence to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, from Estates colleagues to operational teams and suppliers, building trusted relationships and providing sound commercial advice. You are experienced in managing procurement processes, negotiating with suppliers, and using data to inform decision‑making. Advanced Excel and strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

What we offer

• 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 days annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Relocation scheme for certain posts
• On‑site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be under‑represented in UCL’s workforce, including people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Supply Chain
• Higher Education (Industry)