LN20766 | Category Manager | Full time | Temporary - 4 months| West Yorkshire | Hybrid
Client:
Castlefield are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Category Manager on a 4-month temporary contract based in West Yorkshire. This is an exciting opportunity for a procurement professional who can quickly build relationships, drive category performance, and deliver value through effective sourcing and contract management.
Public sector experience is required.
The successful candidate will take ownership of designated spend categories, providing strategic procurement support while ensuring compliance, value for money, and continuous improvement across the organisation.
Duties will include:
- Provide procurement support for strategic initiatives
- Develop and implement category strategies aligned with organisational objectives.
- Lead procurement activities from sourcing through to contract award and management.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
- Act as a part of a team of procurement professionals to ensure a compelling service offering which adds real value to the delivery of the organisation
- Responsible for the operational planning and prioritisation within an aligned category area
- Develop and deliver procurement savings plans
The successful candidate will:
- Public Sector experience is required
- Experience of managing and delivering procurement related processes and activities
- Team management experience is required
- A strong knowledge in procurement, with a proactive mindset, willing to come in and hit the ground running
To apply for the position please use the link provided or contact Libby Nightingale via LinkedIn
Pay: £300.00-£600.00 per day
Work Location: Hybrid remote in West Yorkshire
