Procurement Category Manager

Closing date:Sunday 18January2026

Contract type:Permanent

Interview dates:Thursday 5 and Friday 6 February 2026

The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation. We improve health for everyone by funding science leadingpolicyand advocacy campaigns and building partnerships.

We plan to spend 16bn over the next ten years funding new discoveries in life health and wellbeing and taking on three global health challenges: mental health infectious disease and climate and health.

These challenges need the bold science we support but theywontbe solved by science alone.

We are looking fortwoProcurement Category Managersto join ourProcurementteam.

Where in Wellcome will I be working

You will be working in the Procurement team under the umbrella of Finance and reporting to the Head of Procurement Team enables the delivery of a professional value driven procurement service toWellcomesinternal teams.

Theprocurement servicemodelisevolvingin 2026to becentralisedforthe wholeof asignificant changefortheprocurementteamandforthewider organisationwhoprocurementsupport.

Theserolesarecriticalinguiding theorganisation through this period of changeand embedding thenewcentralisedcategory managementservice delivery model.

We are looking for someoneto join us on this journey andwho is up fortaking onthischallenge.

Procurement Category Manager Mission InvestmentRole

• You will partnerwiththe areasof Wellcomewho directly teams are:Discovery ResearchClimate and HealthInfectious DiseaseEquityPolicy & Partnerships.

• You will playacrucialrole increating anddeploying a category management model into this areafor the first timeanddelivertheiron-goingprocurement needs.

• The Mission Investment categoryispredominantly scientificprofessional services spend where Wellcome contracts for scientific based researchwhich helps inform how and where Wellcome invests toachieveitsmission ofimprovinghealth for everyone.

Procurement Category Manager Digital & TechnologyRole

• You will partner with the Digital & Technology teamand deliver all technology procurement for Wellcome.

• You will play a critical role in creating and deploying category strategy into this area and delivering theiron-goingprocurement needs.

• The Digital & Technology category of spend issimilar tomost organisations with key sub-categories of: Software Hardware ServiceswithData.

Aspart ofrecruitmentwe will be assessing line management capabilities which will sit with one of the roles.

What will I be doing

As the ProcurementCategory Manager you will play a pivotal role inembeddingprocurement strategyinto the organisationto ensure we effectively manage resources and maximise value. You willberesponsible fordeveloping and implementing comprehensive procurement strategies and systems working closely with budget holders to ensure decisions are both commercially sound and aligned with departmentalobjectives.

Yourexpertisein strategic category management will be essential as you guide stakeholders in adopting category and supplier strategies that support our goals.

As aProcurement Category Manager you will:

• Drive the strategic procurement agenda by developing and implementing best practice procurement strategies systems and procedures ensuring commercial effectiveness.

• Own and implement strategic category plans aligning with the departmentsobjectives and engage stakeholders to build consensus on category and supplier strategies.

• Manage supplier relations to optimise spend reduce costs and mitigate commercial and legal risks including conducting business reviews and performance assessments.

• Lead the end-to-end procurement process for key service contracts from supplier evaluation to contract implementation while championing continuous improvement and compliance in procurement practices.

• Support the training and upskilling of Procurement Officers to ensurehigh standardsof delivery andfacilitatecareer progression to Category Manager fostering an inclusive culture.

Is this job for me

Are you experienced in building andmaintainingstronginternal and externalrelationships across all stakeholder levels with the ability tofacilitatecross-functional collaboration Do you have robust communication skills and can adapt to fluctuating priorities using effective problem-solving This position is ideal for individuals who have a proventrack recordin contract development negotiation and the creation and implementation of category plans from end to end. We are looking for professionals with significant procurement experience in the private sectorand capable of delivering high-quality projects within tight deadlines. Whether working independently or as part of a team your analytical and negotiation skills will be pivotal. Familiarity with Oracle P2P processes or a CIPS qualification isadvantageous as you will contribute significantly within a supportive and inclusive work environment. If these criteria resonate with your skills and experience we encourage you to apply.

To apply for this role pleasesubmitan update CV and answer 2 application questions todemonstratethat you meet theminimumrequirements for the role.

MinimumCriteria:

• Category Management:Ableto create and implement category plans from end to endincluding gaining buy in from senior management

• Interpersonal:Ableto build andmaintainstrong relationships withinternal and externalstakeholders at all levels andfacilitatecross-functional collaboration.

• Adaptability:Ableto adapt to changing priorities utilising strong problem-solving skills toidentifyissues and find effective solutions.

• Contracting: Strongabilityin contractdevelopment and negotiationarea.

• Background:Ability tooperateinanprivate sector procurement role

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Our HybridWay ofWorking

We understand that our colleagues have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to build a flexible working environment in which people can perform at their Wellcome we have a hybrid way of working which is 3 days in our Euston Road offices (TuesdayWednesdayand Thursday) with the remaining 2 days working either remotely or in the office.

Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do

Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome.We are committed to cultivating a fair andinclusiveenvironment where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includesmaking adjustmentsfor people who have a disability or long-term visitourwebsitefor more information on adjustments andaccessibility orcontact us at.

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