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Senior Category Manager


Job Location:

London - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 24 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 21 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

5-6 months contract Role with a local authority
Summary
  • The Senior Category Manager will provide expert procurement and commercial leadership across the Regeneration Economy & Housing Development (REHD) division. This role is crucial for delivering high-quality compliant procurement solutions primarily within construction and regeneration. The position involves managing risk ensuring value for money and supporting major capital works programs. The post holder will lead end-to-end procurement activities from strategy and planning to contract award and management while influencing stakeholders and promoting best practices across the organization.
Responsibilities
  • Lead and deliver complex procurement projects particularly within regeneration and construction.
  • Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
  • Provide expert advice on procurement commissioning and contract management.
  • Promote best practices and the value of procurement across internal stakeholders.
  • Oversee procurement and management of major works and professional services contracts.
  • Lead contract negotiations variations and extensions in line with regulations.
  • Ensure contracts deliver value for money and meet service requirements.
  • Manage supplier relationships and performance effectively.
Requirements
Essential Experience Required
  • Significant experience in public sector procurement at a senior level.
  • Proven track record managing complex and high-value procurement projects.
  • Experience within regeneration housing construction or built environment sectors.
  • Strong knowledge of construction contracts (e.g. JCT NEC Design & Build).
Essential Qualifications Required
  • Relevant professional qualification (e.g. MCIPS) or equivalent experience.
  • Extensive procurement experience in complex environments.
  • Background in regeneration housing construction or built environment (desirable but highly relevant).
Additional Information
  • Location: Hackney London
  • We work on a bi-weekly schedule.
The role closes on 27th June 2026 apply ASAP.



Required Skills:

The Senior Category Manager will provide expert procurement and commercial leadership across the Regeneration Economy & Housing Development (REHD) division. The role focuses on delivering high-quality compliant procurement solutionsprimarily within construction and regenerationwhile managing risk ensuring value for money and supporting major capital works programmes.


Required Education:

The Senior Category Manager will provide expert procurement and commercial leadership across the Regeneration Economy & Housing Development (REHD) division. The role focuses on delivering high-quality compliant procurement solutionsprimarily within construction and regenerationwhile managing risk ensuring value for money and supporting major capital works programmes.