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Job Description

Procurement Category Lead / Manager

London | Hybrid

Demonstrable experience in the strategic procurement of indirect goods and services within a private sector environment highly desirable !!

Are you a commercially minded procurement professional looking to step into a role with real strategic influence?

We’re partnering with a highly respected, purpose-led organisation seeking a Procurement Category Lead to drive strategic sourcing, supplier performance, and value delivery across a range of indirect spend categories.

The Opportunity

This is a high-impact role where you’ll shape and deliver category strategies, lead complex procurement activity end-to-end, and partner closely with senior stakeholders to drive commercial outcomes.

You’ll play a key role in embedding best practice procurement, delivering measurable savings, and strengthening supplier relationships across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end procurement activity across key service contracts (RFI/RFP, tendering, negotiation, implementation) Develop and deliver category strategies aligned to business objectives Drive spend optimisation and cost-saving initiatives Partner with budget holders to ensure commercially sound decision-making Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to inform sourcing strategy Manage supplier relationships, performance, and risk Lead supplier reviews and continuous improvement initiatives Support development of business cases and track benefit realisation Ensure compliance with procurement policies and governance Mentor and develop Procurement Officers, supporting capability uplift

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience in indirect procurement / category management Strong track record delivering category strategies and commercial outcomes Experience leading complex tenders and negotiating contracts Ability to influence and partner with senior stakeholders Strong analytical and problem-solving capability High level of credibility, resilience, and commercial judgement

Desirable:

CIPS qualification Experience with Oracle P2P or similar systems

Why Apply?

Strategic, high-visibility role with real business impact Opportunity to shape procurement maturity and best practice Collaborative, purpose-driven environment Broad stakeholder exposure across a complex organisation

If you’re interested in hearing more, feel free to reach out directly or apply via LinkedIn.

CV's to justin.shum@bruinfinancial.com

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