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Indirect Category Lead A strategic procurement and category management role, leading indirect spend, sourcing, supplier management, contracts, compliance and stakeholder engagement across a complex organisation. If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: Procurement Manager, Strategic Sourcing Manager, Category Lead, Senior Buyer, Procurement Specialist SALARY: Compe click apply for full job details

We're seeking an experienced Procurement professional to join a leading financial services organisation on an initial 6-month contract . This role focuses on marketing spend / marketing category , offering the opportunity to lead strategic sourcing activity, optimise supplier performance, and deliver tangible commercial value in a complex, high-profile environment. You'll act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, driving best practice procurement and influencing key business decisions while ensuring compliance, governance, and risk mitigation remain front of mind. 2 days/week in the office (Edinburgh city centre) and 3 days from home. This role is inside IR35. Key Responsibilities Support the development and delivery of category strategies across marketing spend Lead strategic sourcing activity and supplier negotiations Drive cost reduction and value optimisation (TCO focus) Build and manage key supplier relationships and governance frameworks Provide expert procurement advice to senior stakeholders Ensure robust contract management , including risk mitigation Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities Maintain compliance with procurement policies, processes, and audit requirements Collaborate across procurement and wider business teams to deliver outcomes Skills & Experience Required Strong Procurement experience within marketing / media / advertising categories Proven track record in marketing category management and strategic sourcing Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills Experience managing complex supplier ecosystems Strong understanding of contracts, commercial risk, and governance This role is for an initial 6 months, 2 days/week in the office and 3 from home. Inside IR35. If this sounds of interest, please do send me your CV to start a conversation around this. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)

Your new company You will be joining a large, established UK organisation where Procurement is a strategic enabler, supports enterprise-wide transformation, and is central to the organisation's future. Your new role As Senior Procurement Manager for IT, you will lead the strategic sourcing, contracting and supplier management of a broad technology portfolio. This includes cloud services, software licensing, cybersecurity, data platforms, telecommunications and outsourced IT services. You will work closely with senior IT and transformation stakeholders, influencing major technology initiatives from an early stage. You will ensure strong governance, value for money, compliant sourcing and effective supplier performance management. The role also includes line management of one direct report, supporting capability development and delivery of procurement activity. Key responsibilities include: Developing and delivering IT category strategies Leading complex IT sourcing and RFP processes Negotiating high-value technology contracts and frameworks Managing key suppliers through SLAs, KPIs and governance reviews Ensuring compliance with third-party risk requirements Providing spend, savings and commercial insight to senior leadership What you'll need to succeed Extensive experience in IT procurement or commercial management Strong knowledge of cloud, SaaS, software licensing, IT outsourcing and cybersecurity Proven experience supporting large technology transformation programmes Demonstrated success negotiating complex, high-value IT contracts Strong commercial, analytical and senior stakeholder management skills Experience working in complex enterprise technology environments What you'll get in return A senior, high-impact role shaping IT procurement strategy Exposure to major technology investments and transformation programmes Strong visibility with senior leadership A collaborative, purpose-driven organisation committed to professional excellence Apply now If you are a senior IT procurement professional looking to influence strategic technology sourcing, apply now to take the next step in your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Description Hello, we're Starling. We built a new kind of bank because we knew technology had the power to help people save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. We're a fully licensed UK bank with the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive tech company. We're a bank, but better: fairer, easier to use and designed to demystify money for everyone. We employ nearly 4,000 people across our London, Southampton, Cardiff and Manchester offices. We are seeking a commercial and collaborative Procurement Manager to join our Finance team's Vendor function. Reporting to the Head of Procurement, you will play a central role in shaping how we buy, negotiate, and manage key partnerships across technology, operations, and our people teams. This is a highly visible role where you will act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders, driving commercial value and championing procurement best practices across the entire business. Responsibilities End-to-End Procurement: Lead end-to-end procurement activity for complex, high-value contracts across technology, data, operational services, and people team categories. Sourcing Strategy: Develop and execute sourcing strategies that create genuine market competition and deliver measurable cost savings and value. Commercial Modelling: Build and maintain commercial models from supplier quotes to identify negotiation opportunities and inform strategy. Contract Renewals: Own contract renewals, ensuring no auto-renewal is missed and every renewal is approached with a clear commercial plan. Contract Negotiation: Negotiate contract terms, pricing, SLAs, and exit provisions that protect the business and reflect market rates. Negotiate and establish competitive commercial agreements, documenting evidence of commercial improvements or cost avoidance. In-Contract Management: Manage agreements post-contract by measuring the relationship against agreed SLAs, engaging with internal stakeholders, and ensuring a regular cadence of MI meetings with material strategic suppliers. Performance Optimisation: Look for opportunities to optimise vendor's commercial and operational performance as well as internal processes. Requirements Gathering: Identify, document, and agree requirements at the beginning of a project to provide clarity during the contracting, negotiation, and sign-off process. Market Awareness: Maintain a sound working knowledge base of category supplier capacities in the market, category market trends, and developments, attending trade events and conferences where applicable. Workflow Maintenance: Ensure that all procurement and contractual workflows are maintained and kept up to date within the contract management system. Stakeholder & Vendor Relations: Build healthy and productive relationships with key internal stakeholders within category spend areas. Act as a point of escalation, providing guidance and support to stakeholders across the organisation. Work closely with the Vendor onboarding teams ensuring supplier on-boarding is in line with process and regulations. Reporting: Contribute to Monthly reporting and updates to Executives (VMF). Best Practice Advocacy: Champion procurement best practice across the business, improving commercial awareness and policy compliance. Requirements Knowledge & Experience 0-3 years of procurement experience. Educated to degree level Experience working in Financial Services. Experience working on SaaS contracts. Behaviours & Competencies Commercial Analysis: Strong commercial analysis skills with the ability to build cost models, interpret supplier financials, and identify negotiation levers. Negotiation Excellence: Excellent negotiation skills with a demonstrable ability to achieve strong commercial outcomes. Contractual Literacy: Contractually literate with the ability to negotiate around the finer points of an agreement. Communication & Output: High standard of written output with the ability to produce clear, accurate, and commercially focused documents and analysis. Interpersonal Skills: Great relationship-building, communication, problem-solving, organisational, and time management skills, maintained with an overall collaborative approach. Autonomy: Ability to work with significant independence, exercise sound judgement in ambiguous situations, and take ownership of decisions. Benefits 25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work and Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling Bank is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling Bank are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. By submitting your application, you agree that Starling Bank may collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. 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As part of the Commercial Partnering team, AWE is seeking a Sourcing Business Partner to play a critical role in shaping and articulating the commercial strategy, future demand planning requirements for our Operational Business Units ensuring that strategic outcomes are clearly articulated and understood by procurement delivery teams. This role involves fostering a deep understanding of procurement operations and promoting stakeholder education. The successful candidate will act as a strategic commercial advisor, building strong partnerships with business stakeholders to support effective procurement outcomes. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for diversity in their role, as no two days are the same and you will be faced with new challenges to overcome on a regular basis. Package: 47,760 to 65,000 (depending on experience) and m arket leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). Location: Based in Reading, working on site in Aldermaston and/or Burghfield two days minimum per week. Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight, meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Ready to play your part? At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? The role of a Sourcing Business Partner is to actively contribute towards securing short and long-term successful business for AWE and act as single point of contact for your designated business function for all Commercial and Procurement activities. You will be responsible for: Act as the Commercial representative for assigned business areas, accountable for sourcing contributions including efficiencies and risk mitigation. Ensure early engagement with stakeholders to align category strategies, preferred suppliers, and business needs with Category Managers. Serve as the single point of contact (SPOC) for Commercial and Procurement matters, building strong stakeholder relationships and managing escalations. Support make/buy decisions and link business strategies and forecasts with Category Management for upcoming projects. Collaborate on tailored sourcing strategies for specialised teams (e.g., R&D/Product Development) with Category Management. Drive savings and efficiencies through sourcing plans across relevant spend categories. Provide input to Process & Performance and support Service Centre development. Working with your stakeholders leads, develop a Commercial and Procurement pipeline, while constructing a formal demand management plan that translates Procurement requirements into operational resource and strategic requirements. Who are we looking for? We are ideally seeking an individual with a high level of commercial acumen, five to seven years of Commercial and Procurement experience, Category Management, Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Relationship Management, with excellent stakeholder management skills and a resilient approach to driving change. You should be able to demonstrate an innovative approach to problem solving. We do need you to have the following: Good standard of general education including Maths and English or equivalent experience. MCIPS, CIPS or APM Project Management qualification would be beneficial. Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following: Previously worked in a procurement environment. Drafting, reviewing, negotiating and managing contracts. Application of supplier management strategies to maximise benefits and minimise risk. Working with multiple stakeholders and delivering multiple objectives, on time in full. Dealing tactfully and constructively with challenging people and situations. Knowledge of public procurements regulations (desirable). Work hard, be rewarded: We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including: 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring. Hybrid working is available for this role on an informal, non-contractual basis. Minimum of 3 days onsite per week.

Are you an experienced procurement professional looking to lead strategic sourcing activity across complex, high-value categories? Do you thrive in environments where you can influence stakeholders, drive value, and shape commercial strategies? If so, this could be your next move. We're looking for a Senior Procurement Officer to take ownership of key indirect spend areas and deliver impactful procurement solutions across a diverse stakeholder landscape. About the Role This is a strategic and hands-on procurement position where you'll lead end-to-end tendering activity and develop category strategies that deliver measurable value. You'll work across a broad portfolio of indirect spend, with a focus on: Estates & Facilities Digital / Technology Workforce You'll manage procurement projects from initial scoping through to contract award, ensuring compliance with public sector procurement regulations, including the Procurement Act 2023 . Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver end-to-end procurement exercises using e-tendering systems Develop and implement category strategies aligned to organisational objectives Provide expert advice on procurement routes, contract structures, and compliance Manage supplier relationships and contract performance to drive continuous improvement Analyse spend and market data to identify savings and value opportunities Engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders, including senior leaders Line manage 1-2 team members, supporting their development and performance Ensure all procurement activity is compliant, transparent, and delivers best value About You You'll be a commercially minded procurement professional with the confidence to operate independently and influence at all levels. We're particularly interested in candidates who bring: Strong experience in public sector procurement Up-to-date knowledge of procurement legislation (including the Procurement Act 2023) Proven experience delivering tenders independently via e-procurement systems Experience in one or more of the following categories: Estates & Facilities, Digital, or Workforce Excellent analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills Experience managing or mentoring staff A CIPS qualification (or working towards Chartered status) is highly desirable. What's on offer A high-impact role with exposure to complex, high-value procurement projects Hybrid working with a central London office location near Tower Bridge Opportunity to shape category strategies and influence senior stakeholders A collaborative and forward-thinking working environment Clear opportunities for professional development and career progression Location: London (near Tower Bridge) - hybrid working (1 day per week in office) Salary: 58-63,000 per annum If you're ready to take the lead on strategic procurement initiatives and make a tangible difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Description CCL Global is supporting a major public sector organisation in the appointment of an experienced Deputy Commercial Director (Works) to provide strategic commercial leadership across a significant portfolio of capital works, infrastructure and estate programmes. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced commercial professional with extensive knowledge of NEC contracts, public procurement regulations, and the management of high-value works and construction procurements. Working within a fast-paced and complex stakeholder environment, you will lead commercial delivery activities, support procurement strategy, manage commercial teams, and provide expert advice to senior decision-makers. Location: London, UK. Type of Contract: 6 Month contract(Inside IR35) Key duties will include: Provide subject matter expertise across NEC contract forms and contracting strategies. Lead the development and implementation of commercial and procurement strategies for major works and capital programmes. Provide commercial leadership across construction, facilities management, professional services and infrastructure contracts. Ensure compliance with current public procurement legislation and governance requirements. Lead and develop commercial teams, driving high performance and continuous improvement. Manage complex stakeholder relationships across senior leadership teams and programme environments. Support contract negotiations, supplier management and commercial risk mitigation activities. Act as a trusted advisor on commercial matters and procurement best practice. Drive category management strategies and commercial delivery objectives. Support the development of commercial policies, processes and governance frameworks. Key Requirements Extensive NEC contract expertise, including contract drafting and commercial strategy development. Strong understanding of public sector procurement legislation, including PCR 2015 and the Procurement Act 2023. Significant experience leading commercial, procurement or category management functions. Proven track record managing high-value works, construction, facilities management or capital investment contracts. Experience leading and developing commercial teams within complex organisations. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior executives and high-profile stakeholders. Strong commercial, contractual and negotiation capability. Active SC Clearance. Experience within central government, public sector or highly regulated environments. Knowledge of estate, infrastructure or capital works programmes. Experience implementing commercial transformation and continuous improvement initiatives

We're seeking an experienced Procurement professional to join a leading financial services organisation on an initial 6-month contract . This role focuses on marketing spend / marketing category , offering the opportunity to lead strategic sourcing activity, optimise supplier performance, and deliver tangible commercial value in a complex, high-profile environment. You'll act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, driving best practice procurement and influencing key business decisions while ensuring compliance, governance, and risk mitigation remain front of mind. 2 days/week in the office (Bristol city centre) and 3 days from home. This role is inside IR35. Key Responsibilities Support the development and delivery of category strategies across marketing spend Lead strategic sourcing activity and supplier negotiations Drive cost reduction and value optimisation (TCO focus) Build and manage key supplier relationships and governance frameworks Provide expert procurement advice to senior stakeholders Ensure robust contract management , including risk mitigation Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities Maintain compliance with procurement policies, processes, and audit requirements Collaborate across procurement and wider business teams to deliver outcomes Skills & Experience Required Strong Procurement experience within marketing / media / advertising categories Proven track record in marketing category management and strategic sourcing Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills Experience managing complex supplier ecosystems Strong understanding of contracts, commercial risk, and governance This role is for an initial 6 months, 2 days/week in the office and 3 from home. Inside IR35. If this sounds of interest, please do send me your CV to start a conversation around this. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)

The Procurement Transformation Manager will lead initiatives to optimise Technology and Digital procurement strategies, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness in the professional services industry. Based in London, this role requires expertise in Technology Procurement Transformation processes to drive impactful result. Client Details This opportunity is with a well-established organisation in the professional services industry. With a reputation for excellence, the company operates as a large organisation, offering a structured environment and a focus on delivering innovative solutions to clients.This role can either be based in Bristol or London with excellent hybrid working. Description What the Procurement Transformation Manager will be expected to do: Assessing Clients procurement capability against leading practice across people, process and technology Developing procurement strategy and aligning it to broader business objectives Designing and implementing procurement operating model and capability improvements Shaping digital procurement strategies using analytics, RPA and AI Building technology roadmaps and business cases to accelerate value delivery Leading Source-to-Pay transformations using platforms (e.g. Coupa, Ivalua, SAP Ariba) Using procurement analytics to drive insights and decision-making Identifying and delivering savings through strategic sourcing and value levers Tracking financial impact and embedding benefits into the client P&L Profile The successful Procurement Transformation Manager should have experience with: Selling, leading and delivering large-scale complex Technology transformation programmes to resolve client issues Building and maintaining senior stakeholder relationships up to board level Communicating compelling, well thought out solutions to complex problems with tenacity Experience leading change in multi-business unit and multi-geography environments Leading business development, proposals, business cases and opportunity sales Recognised Procurement expert with deep sector knowledge and market insight Strong knowledge of procurement processes: sourcing, category management, S2P, SRM and sustainability Strong experience with Source-to-Pay tools (e.g. Coupa, Ivalua, Jaggaer, SAP Ariba) Job Offer What the successful Procurement Transformation Manager can expect: Competitive salary ranging from £80,000 to £90,000 per annum DoE. A comprehensive benefits pack to support your well-being. Opportunities to work in a large organisation with a structured career path. A permanent opportunity with the option to be based out of Bristol or London Head Office.

Looking for a commercial procurement framework uptake role within a growing team? The Framework Support Manager is a senior, delivery-focused role within the Framework Uptake Squad, reporting directly to the Head of Framework Uptake. The role plays a critical part in delivering the Framework Uptake strategy by driving increased adoption, spend, savings and value through NHS SBS frameworks across the NHS and wider public sector. The Framework Support Manager manages a defined portfolio of frameworks, customers and opportunities, owning framework uptake pipelines and savings portfolios and converting opportunities into measurable outcomes for NHS organisations. Acting as a trusted strategic partner, the role engages confidently with senior NHS stakeholders and works closely with NHS SBS Heads of Category and category teams to maximise framework performance and relevance. The role is central to NHS SBS's transition to a more scalable, insight-led and accountable model for framework growth, positioning the Framework Uptake Squad as the engine room for increased adoption, utilisation and customer value. This is a hybrid variable role requiring travel to offices in the NW and North a couple of times a month. What you will be doing: Framework Uptake Delivery & Pipeline Management Own and deliver a robust framework uptake pipeline and savings portfolio aligned to strategy and targets set by the Head of Framework Uptake. Proactively identify, develop and convert opportunities into increased framework adoption, spend and savings. Maintain high-quality pipeline intelligence and MI, using data and insight to prioritise opportunities, evidence performance and shape customer engagement activity. Strategic Stakeholder Engagement & Framework Uptake Leadership Build and sustain senior-level relationships across NHS trusts, ICSs and wider public sector organisations to position NHS SBS frameworks as strategic solutions Engage confidently with executive and board-level stakeholders, shaping discussions around value, savings, outcomes and service improvement. Service Excellence & Customer Outcomes: Champion a customer-first mindset, ensuring high-quality experience and delivery across the framework lifecycle. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Heads of Category and category teams to align market strategy, framework design and customer demand. Commercial & Business Awareness Demonstrate strong commercial acumen, understanding financial drivers, savings methodologies and value propositions What you'll bring: Proven experience operating in a commercial, procurement or business development environment within the NHS or public sector is beneficial but not essential. Demonstrable success in managing pipelines, portfolios or accounts and converting opportunities into measurable outcomes. Experience engaging with senior and executive-level stakeholders, influencing decision-making and achieving results. Strong understanding of public sector procurement frameworks and their role in delivering savings and value is beneficial but not essential. Ability to work autonomously, managing multiple priorities in a complex, fast-moving environment. Employment Type : Full-time Permanent Location : Hybrid role requiring travel to offices in the NW and North a couple of times a month. Security Clearance Level : BPSS Salary : Up to £55,000 Benefits : £5,400 car allowance, 25 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days, private medical, life assurance, pension, and generous flexible benefits fund Although this role is advertised as full-time, we believe that flexibility at work can promote work/life balance, increase your motivation, reduce stress and improves performance and productivity. We support different ways of working and can offer a range of flexible working arrangements. So, if you're interested and need to work flexibly, we encourage you to apply and talk to us about what might be possible. Loved reading about this job and want to know more about us? NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS) was created by the Department of Health and Social Care to deliver corporate services to the NHS. A unique joint venture with Sopra Steria, a European leader in digital services and software development, we make life easier for NHS employees, patients, and suppliers, and deliver value for money to the taxpayer. Proud members of the NHS family, we provide finance & accounting, digital, procurement and workforce services to more than half the NHS in England, and our solutions are underpinned by cutting-edge technologies and our teams' expertise, in-depth understanding of the NHS, and commitment to service excellence. We share common values and unity of purpose with the rest of the NHS family, are committed to being a force for good, and are dedicated and empowered to act responsibly and sustainably at organisational, team and individual level. Would you like to join us on our journey?

We're seeking experienced Interim IT Sourcing Managers to lead the delivery of complex, high-value procurement initiatives across a large, multi-stakeholder organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on multi-million-pound sourcing programmes, driving innovation, commercial value, and best-in-class procurement outcomes. Client Details This organisation operates within the public sector and is known for its impactful projects and contributions to infrastructure. As a medium-sized entity, it offers an environment where procurement professionals can make a tangible difference within a structured framework. Description Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing activities, from business requirement through to contract signature Deliver significant commercial value and savings across complex, high-risk spend areas Implement sourcing pipelines aligned to category strategies, ensuring delivery (and exceeding) of savings targets Apply robust governance and regulatory compliance across sourcing activity in regulated procurement environments Act as an expert negotiator, securing optimal commercial outcomes Develop and deliver innovation-driven sourcing solutions to address business challenges Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transition into supplier management and contract delivery Influence stakeholders at all levels, using political awareness and strategic engagement Drive continuous improvement, demand management, and customer satisfaction initiatives Embed best practice sourcing approaches, including total cost of ownership and commercial modelling Profile A successful Interim IT Sourcing Manager should have: Extensive strategic IT sourcing experience with a proven record of delivering savings IT experience is essential. Strong negotiation and dispute resolution skills Solid understanding of contract law and financial management Demonstrable success managing complex sourcing opportunities Experienced in cross-functional, agile working environments Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, including at executive level Strong analytical and problem-solving capability Job Offer A daily rate of £550 per day. Opportunity to work in a pivotal public sector role in Milton Keynes. Hybrid working pattern (1 day in MK per week) Temporary position offering flexibility and a chance to contribute to impactful projects. Supportive and structured environment for procurement professionals.

An established business is seeking a Category Manager to join its Central Procurement team, taking ownership of a diverse portfolio of indirect spend including IT, Telecoms, Fleet, PPE & Workwear, Office Supplies, and Print Services . This is an exciting remote opportunity to influence sourcing strategy, deliver commercial value, and build strategic supplier partnerships across a national organisation. If you're passionate about procurement, supplier performance, and driving measurable business improvements, this role offers the chance to make a real impact. The Role As the Category Manager , you'll: Develop and implement long-term category strategies that align with business objectives. Manage a portfolio of indirect procurement categories including IT, telecoms, fleet, office services, PPE/workwear and print solutions. Analyse spend, supplier performance and market trends to identify cost-saving and value creation opportunities. Lead sourcing activities including RFQs, RFPs, contract renewals and supplier onboarding. Negotiate commercial agreements, pricing and supplier frameworks to maximise value across the business. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to support operational requirements, business development and mobilisation projects. Monitor supplier performance, manage governance processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Identify procurement risks while ensuring compliance with company policies, sustainability objectives and ESG requirements. Produce category performance reporting and use data-driven insights to inform strategic decision-making. You To be successful in the role of Category Manager , you'll bring: A minimum of 5 years' experience in Category Management or Senior Procurement. Experience managing indirect procurement categories such as IT, Fleet, Telecoms, Office Services or Workplace Solutions . A proven track record of delivering commercial value, cost savings and supplier performance improvements. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret spend data and market intelligence. Excellent negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skills. Experience managing supplier relationships, contracts and procurement frameworks. Knowledge of UK commercial contracts and procurement best practice. CIPS Level 5 (or equivalent) is desirable, or you'll be working towards a professional procurement qualification. What's in it for you? Join a well-established organisation that continues to invest in procurement excellence, digital transformation and strategic sourcing. You'll become part of a collaborative procurement function where your expertise will directly influence business performance across a nationally recognised Facilities Management operation. This role offers: Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid working (London office 1 2 days per week). Exposure to high-value, business-critical procurement categories. Opportunities to lead strategic sourcing projects and supplier innovation. A collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement and career development. Apply Now! If you're an experienced Category Manager , Senior Procurement Manager , Strategic Sourcing Manager , or Indirect Procurement Manager looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Click 'Apply Now' and send your CV to Olivia Blake or George Davis . Interviews are taking place now, so don't miss your opportunity to join a market-leading Facilities Management organisation.

Company description: B. Braun Melsungen AG Job description: Your Role: We're seeking a commercially focused Category Specialist to join us on an interim basis to manage sourcing and contracts across your category. You'll lead end to end procurement activity, working with internal stakeholders and suppliers to deliver value, ensure compliance, and support strategic procurement initiatives across the UK and globally. Working hours : 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday (Hybrid, two days at home and three days on-site) Location: Thorncliffe Park, Sheffield, S35 2PW - located just off Junction 35A of the M1. We offer free car parking. Your main responsibilities: Contract Governance & Compliance - Develop and manage contracts in line with legal, regulatory, and internal procurement policies, ensuring audit readiness and adherence to processes Performance & Value Delivery - Monitor supplier performance against KPIs, drive accountability, and deliver cost savings, value, and service improvements Data, Analysis & Reporting - Conduct market, spend, and demand analysis to identify opportunities; track and report savings, cost movements, and performance metrics Procurement Operations & Process Improvement - Ensure compliance with procurement systems and processes, supporting efficient purchasing and identifying opportunities to improve ways of working Global Collaboration - Support global procurement initiatives and work with regional and international teams to share insight and drive category strategy What you need to succeed: Proven experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to deliver commercial value Experience managing contracts and supplier relationships end-to-end Confident communicator, able to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and drive cost-saving opportunities Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines A proactive, solution-focused mindset with a drive for continuous improvement Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and compliance Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and procurement systems What you get in return: 27 days annual leave Discretionary annual bonus scheme 7% employer pension contribution 3x Salary life assurance Group income protection scheme Enhanced sick pay and family friendly payments Health and wellbeing programme Employee assistance programme And much more Apply now! We look forward to receiving your application! At B. Braun, we believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone - regardless of background, identity, or ability - feels valued, respected and empowered. Our recruitment practices reflect this commitment, ensuring equal opportunities for all. Our Recruitment Advisors are happy to support you with any questions or specific needs, you can find their contact details below. You can also request reasonable adjustments through our online form.

National Account Manager Contract Catering & Travel Home Based Regular travel to Haydock HQ, customer sites and industry events We're proud to be exclusively partnering with Aimia Foods on a fantastic opportunity within their growing Aimia for Professionals division. Home to much-loved brands including Galaxy Hot Chocolate, Drink Me Chai, Horlicks, Bubbleology and Shmoo, Aimia has built an outstanding reputation across the Out of Home sector and continues to invest heavily in both its brands and people. As the business continues to grow, they're looking to appoint a commercially driven National Account Manager to take ownership of a portfolio of major Contract Catering customers while accelerating growth across the Travel & Leisure channel. The Role This is a varied commercial role combining strategic account development with targeted new business. You'll inherit established relationships with some of the UK's leading contract caterers, while identifying opportunities to increase product penetration, broaden distribution and grow Aimia's presence across travel and leisure operators. Key responsibilities include: Managing and developing major Contract Catering customers including national operators Increasing distribution and expanding branded product listings across existing customers Driving growth across Travel & Leisure, including airlines, rail, leisure attractions and hospitality operators Identifying and converting strategic new business opportunities within targeted customer groups Building relationships with stakeholders across commercial, procurement and operational teams Leading commercial negotiations, account plans and Joint Business Plans Working closely with Marketing, Category and NPD to deliver customer growth initiatives About You We're looking for someone with the energy, commercial drive and relationship-building skills to unlock growth opportunities. You'll have: National Account Management experience within Foodservice, Contract Catering, Out of Home or a related FMCG environment Experience managing complex customer relationships and influencing multiple stakeholders A track record of growing existing accounts through increased distribution, range expansion or commercial development A proactive, resilient approach with the confidence to open new doors and create opportunities Strong commercial acumen and excellent presentation and communication skills Willingness to travel regularly, including overnight stays and industry exhibitions Experience across both Contract Catering and Travel & Leisure would be advantageous, but we're equally interested in individuals with strong Foodservice experience who are keen to broaden their channel exposure. Interested? If you're looking for an opportunity to work with a market-leading portfolio, develop some of the UK's biggest Contract Catering relationships and help grow an exciting Travel & Leisure channel, we'd love to hear from you. The Advocate Group is a leading search and selection business specialising in the consumer products sector. The Advocate Group is the sole and exclusive talent partner for Aimia Foods. All direct and third-party applications will be managed by The Advocate Group as part of the recruitment process.

A well-established UK business specialising in the supply of products and services to the education sector is seeking an experienced Head of Sales to drive growth and lead its sales function. With a large and established customer base and a broad product portfolio, the business operates in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with ambitious growth plans. Reporting into senior leadership, you will take ownership of the sales and customer care teams, ensuring strong performance, clear direction, and continued growth across both existing accounts and new business. You will also play a key role in managing strategic customer relationships and influencing long-term commercial success. The responsibilities of the Head of Sales include but are not limited to: Lead, manage and develop the sales and customer care teams to consistently achieve revenue targets. Design and execute the sales strategy to drive sustainable business growth. Identify and secure new business opportunities while strengthening key client relationships. Implement effective sales processes, KPIs, and performance tracking to optimise results. Represent the business at a senior level with key stakeholders, including large organisations and procurement teams. Skills, Experience & Key Candidate Attributes of the Head of Sales: Proven sales leadership experience within a fast-paced, high-volume, multi-category environment. Strong track record of winning new business and growing key accounts. Confident communicator with experience engaging senior decision-makers. Strategic mindset with the ability to deliver measurable commercial results. Highly organised with strong analytical and reporting capabilities. If you are a driven Head of Sales looking to make a real impact in a growing business, we would love to hear from you. Apply now.

Jackson Hogg Procurement are delighted to be exclusively partnered with PD Ports in Middlesbrough on their search for a Sourcing Specialist to join their procurement team. This is a full-time and permanent role offering a competitive salary. The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for leading strategic and tactical sourcing activities to deliver best value, mitigate risk, supporting business objectives and in compliance with the company's Procurement policies. This includes supplier identification, tendering, negotiation, and contract recommendation across assigned categories and capital expenditure projects. Benefits include hybrid working, pension matched up to 7%, flexibility to hours and 25 days holiday + bank holidays. The Role: Lead and execute sourcing projects aimed at reducing cost, minimising risk and optimising business processes for operating goods and services including those commodities that that fall into the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23). Prepare sourcing documentation, evaluation templates and recommendation reports. Develop and implement sourcing plans/strategies for commodities to category and business needs, considering situation analysis, company objectives, key industry market and economic trends. Support supplier onboarding and due diligence activities. Evaluate supplier capability, financial risk, and performance. Build collaborative supplier relationships. Negotiate contracts with suppliers, ensuring favourable contractual terms and conditions and specifications, deliverables and performance metrics are clear and can be easily quantified. Work with the legal function to construct the necessary contractual arrangements to ensure all contractual terms and conditions are approved and corporate risk is minimised. Maintain and administer contract documentation and contract registers. Mediate issues between stakeholders and suppliers as required. Deliver cost savings and value improvements. Encourage and influence stakeholders to ensure category spend and capital are directed through the central Procurement function. Establish internal relationships with all business units, identifying category spend for review driven by stakeholder requirements and to ensure common procurement requirements are leveraged across the business units. Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, controls and efficiencies. Produce procurement reports and spend analysis to support category planning and sourcing activities. Maintain accurate records and audit trails. The Person/Requirements: Minimum 3 years working in a procurement, purchasing, sourcing or commercial role. Experience supporting sourcing activities and supplier negotiations. Experience analysing spend data and preparing procurement reports. Good understanding of procurement processes and contract management principles. Strong commercial awareness and analytical capability. Excellent organisational and administrative skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Experience using ERP systems and procurement software. Proficiency in managing multiple work activities simultaneously in a heavy workload and fast paced environment. For more information, please get in touch with Gemma Yeadon - Sector Lead Procurement at Jackson Hogg Recruitment.

Your new company Hays are working with a reputable public-sector organisation in Sheffield to recruit a temporary Category Manager to support the team through a busy period. The role requires just 1 day per week in the office (Wednesdays), so you'll get a great work-life balance. Your new role The Category Manager will support the wider Procurement team with sourcing activities, which will entail: Leading end-to-end procurement activity across assigned categories in line with public sector regulations (Procurement Act 2023) Delivering competitive call-offs from frameworks and manage open market tender exercises Engage and build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to understand and shape requirements Work collaboratively with suppliers, ensuring value for money and compliance Prepare tender documentation, evaluate bids, and support contract award processes What you'll need to succeed Previous experience within public-sector procurement and awareness of PA23 Strong knowledge of different routes to market, including the use of frameworks Confident stakeholder and supplier management skills Able to deliver compliant and efficient procurements at pace Availability to commute to Sheffield 1 day per week (Wednesdays) - please note this role is not accessible by public transport, so ideally you will have your own mode of transport What you'll get in return A 5-month temporary contract working within a strategic and well-established procurement team Hybrid and flexible working - just 1 day per week in the office, 4 days working from home! Hourly rate between £ depending on experience (annual equivalent salary of £39.9K - £48.1K) What you need to do now If 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Senior Buyer / Category Manager Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum Location: Hybrid - Aylesbury (2 days per week onsite) Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Our client, a large and well-established organisation within the care and not-for-profit sector, is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer / Category Manager to join their procurement team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering procurement strategy across the IT, Marketing and HR categories, partnering with stakeholders to deliver commercial value, innovation and operational excellence. The organisation is currently undergoing significant investment and transformation across its estate and technology landscape, making this an ideal time to join and help shape procurement strategy during a period of change and growth. The Role As Senior Buyer / Category Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing category strategies that align with business objectives while ensuring best value and sustainable supplier relationships. Key responsibilities include: Partnering with key stakeholders to understand medium and long-term business requirements. Leading end-to-end procurement activities, including RFIs, RFQs and tender processes. Developing and managing strategic supplier relationships to drive innovation, continuous improvement and best practice. Maximising return on investment across third-party spend. Collaborating with internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Managing commercial risk through effective negotiations and robust contractual agreements. Identifying opportunities to improve efficiencies and reduce waste through strategic sourcing initiatives. About You We are looking for an experienced procurement professional with strong category expertise across IT, Marketing and HR . You will be commercially astute, highly analytical and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment. The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience in a Senior Buyer or Category Manager role. Strong knowledge of IT, Marketing and HR procurement categories. Experience managing end-to-end tender processes and supplier negotiations. Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills. Strong commercial acumen with the ability to evaluate proposals from both cost and risk perspectives. Experience drafting, negotiating and managing supplier contracts. The ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a changing environment. A proactive, solutions-focused approach and a "can-do" attitude. Desirable: Degree educated. CIPS qualification (or working towards). What's on Offer In return, our client offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, including: Competitive pension scheme. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with length of service. Life assurance. Employee discounts across shopping, dining, leisure and more. The opportunity to join an organisation making a genuine difference while investing heavily in its future.

Are you looking to utilise your commercial buying experience into owning your own category? Do you thrive in a fast-pace dynamic procurement team? If so, we at GXO have an opportunity for you! Join us as our Procurement Manager (Indirect) , based in our central Procurement team in Northampton . You'll have ownership of your own indirect category portfolio (circa £50m), leading the end to end procurement cycles, whilst building strong supplier partnerships as we continue to deliver high-quality performance. This is a full time, permanent position working Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00. This role is predominately based in Northampton. Pay, benefits and more: We're looking to offer a salary up to £50,000 per annum (dependent on level of experience), and 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Your benefits package includes a company car or car allowance of £505.00 per calendar month, a company sponsored pension scheme, private medical & dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You'll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more! What you'll do on a typical day: Utilise your commercial buying experience within an indirect defined portfolio, managing circa £50m annual spend while ensuring compliance with company, legal, and industry standards Partner with technical, solutions, regional, and legal stakeholders to influence, optimise investment decisions, and drive preferred-supplier compliance Manage the full procurement lifecycle-market analysis, tendering, competitive bidding, negotiation, contracting, supplier performance, and delivery Build strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, innovation, reliability and efficency Maintain accurate procurement records and reporting, support ad-hoc business needs, and uphold all Health & Safety procedures in daily operations What you need to succeed at GXO: Commercial savvy experience as a buyer, with aspirations to grow your own portfolio (beneficial to have multi-site 3PL or Logistics/Supply Chain environment experience) Proven ability to build and maintain strategic supplier partnerships, integrate ESG/sustainability principles into sourcing decisions, and drive innovation and resilience Highly skilled communicator with outstanding negotiation and presentation skills, strong influencing ability across all levels Strong organisational capability with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines consistently, and travel as required We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains. GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement

Interim Procurement Consultant (Directs) Manufacturing (hybrid) circa £500 per day outside IR35 West Midlands Ref 10412 The Company This is an exciting project working for a successful Midlands based, private equity backed, rapidly growing branded consumer focused manufacturing business. The Opportunity The project scope is to deliver hard, P&L-impacting cost reductions across direct materials (raw materials, components, sub-assemblies, BOM/COGS) through supplier commercial improvements, sourcing/category strategies, and design while protecting supply continuity, quality, and customer delivery. Key responsibilities will include; Build direct spend cube (top suppliers/categories, BOM/PPV, contract & indexation coverage, supplier performance) and validate current benchmarking. Create priority category strategies, ensuring full company coverage of in scope areas. Lead negotiations and sourcing events for top suppliers and implement risk controls. About You Available to start immediately 10+ years in procurement/supply chain with strong direct spend exposure and a track record of direct material savings in manufacturing-based environment. Expert in supplier negotiations , commercial resets, and strategic sourcing Proven cross-functional delivery with Engineering, Quality and Operations; able to influence senior stakeholders. Structured programme leadership (pipeline, cadence, governance) and pragmatic risk management to protect continuity/quality. Comfortable operating at pace in interim/transformation environments. How to Apply To apply, in confidence, submit your CV online detailing your current remuneration package quoting job reference 10412