b Overview /b p In this role you will lead critical procurement categories (Travel, MICE, Contingent Labour, and External Engagement) to shape category strategies and deliver tangible cost savings. You’ll work with senior stakeholders to drive commercial excellence, lead complex sourcing and negotiations, and improve efficiency through data-informed decisions. You will support the Corporate Services strategy and nurture high-performing teams while embedding sustainable, value-driven procurement. This is a chance to influence procurement at a world-leading university and deliver meaningful, measurable impact. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li 41 Days holiday /li li Defined benefit pension (CARE) /li li Cycle to work scheme /li li Relocation scheme /li li On-site nursery /li li On-site gym /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Develop and implement category strategies aligned with objectives and sustainability commitments /li li Build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders as the main category contact /li li Lead strategic sourcing, contract development, supplier frameworks and preferred supplier lists /li li Identify and deliver cost savings, efficiencies and innovative commercial solutions /li li Provide expert advice on commercial, contractual and procurement compliance /li li Leverage spend analytics and data to build business cases and inform decisions /li li Drive transformation, continuous improvement and new ways of working across teams /li li Lead, coach and develop team members and cultivate a high-performing culture /li li Support the delivery of UCLs Corporate Services strategic objectives /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Significant senior-level experience in category management, strategic sourcing and commercial transformation /li li Experience across Corporate Services categories, including contingent labour, travel, MICE and marketing /li li Proven track record in developing and implementing robust sourcing strategies and large-scale contracts /li li Strong negotiation, influencing and stakeholder-management skills with senior leaders /li li Experience in large, complex, decentralised organisations with diverse stakeholders /li li Strong commercial data literacy; ability to interpret spend analytics with Excel and Power BI /li li Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to present complex information clearly /li li Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities /li li Collaborative, innovative, evidence-based approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement /li li Passion for developing people and sustainable procurement practices /li li Relevant degree or equivalent professional experience (essential) /li /ul ul li strong communication /li li stakeholder management /li li leadership and mentoring /li li spend analytics /li li Excel /li li Power BI /li /ul
Senior Category Manager - INTERNAL OPPORTUNITY OPEN TO UCL EMPLOYEES ONLY employer: UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON
UCL's Information Services Division (ISD) is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration among over 50,000 staff and students. With a commitment to employee growth, ISD provides extensive benefits including 41 days of holiday, a defined benefit pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development in cutting-edge technology areas. Located in the heart of London, UCL promotes a diverse and inclusive culture, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in higher education.
