Role details
- Based at One Stratford Place
- 37-hour working week
- Hybrid working pattern, giving you a balance of home and office-based work.
- Employment is subject to satisfactory Right to Work checks, a DBS check, and where applicable, a medical assessment.
- Applicants must be over 18 years of age
- Competitive salary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Finance team for a Senior Category Manager.
You will oversee all procurement activity within your defined category and across our organisation. In this role, you will be responsible for Category plans and Sourcing strategies that align with our established processes and company guidelines.
You will negotiate contracts with external parties, provide guidance to stakeholders, and ensure compliance with government policies and public spending regulations. Additionally, you will collaborate with internal stakeholders to advise on procurement protocols, processes, and governance.
- Ensuring compliance to relevant legislation, processes and governance are applied throughout nominated Categories
- Lead on the delivery of sourcing strategies and tactical approaches in line with procurement processes and company policies,
- Draft and negotiate agreements with third parties and provide guidance to stakeholders on service delivery obligations
- Collaborating, advising and assisting internal stakeholders on procurement procedures, processes, business cases and governance, and leading stakeholder meetings to ensure compliance of policies and regulations
- Support delivery of Procurements and/or Frameworks, reviewing and identifying Frameworks within the sector for implementation, and supporting cross-organisation tendering initiatives
- Creation of contractual agreements with suppliers ensuring they are fit for purpose and deliver value for money
- Work with the Head of Procurement, contract managers and stakeholders to develop procurement strategies and determine technical specifications
- Providing support for team development and knowledge growth, including guidance documentation, process maps, training and dissemination of best practice
We’re Looking for Candidates Who Have:
- A well-developed background in a strategic procurement role.
- MCIPS certification, a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), or relevant experience in a regulated environment.
- A solid understanding of public sector procurement process, including contractual documentation and governance requirements.
- Experience in stakeholder management and supply chain planning is essential.
- Proficiency in contract law, government legislation and regulations is required.
- A good understanding of procure-to-pay systems and processes, as well as e-tendering.
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks in a hands-on environment, with excellent organisational skills.
The closing date for all completed applications is on Friday 19th June 2026.
*Please note vacancies can close earlier due to high influx of candidate applications*
What’s In It for You?
- Travel Discounts: Enjoy free travel on Greater Anglia and 75% off with other train operators, plus discounts for eligible family members too!
- International Adventures: After 12 months, unlock discounted international travel for you and your family.
- Exclusive Discounts: Access the GA Hapi App for deals on shopping, dining, and fun days out.
- Vouchers for Loved Ones: Get 12 annual discount vouchers for family and friends to enjoy.
- Wellbeing Support: 24/7 employee assistance, eyecare vouchers, flu jabs, and physiotherapy services.
- Pension Perks: Start with a Defined Contribution pension, with the option to upgrade to a Final Salary pension after 2 years.
- Family-Friendly Policies: We’ve got you covered with maternity, paternity, adoption leave, and shared parental leave after 26 weeks.
- Save While You Spend: Cycle to work and tech purchase schemes once you pass probation.
At Greater Anglia we are proud of the work that we do. We’re investing to help shape the future of rail in the UK and being a part of our team gives you every opportunity to contribute to the journey we are on.
Join Us and Experience:
- Inclusivity & Respect: Be yourself and thrive in a supportive environment where every idea and person is valued. Help us be Greater Together.
- Community & Teamwork: Work together to deliver the best for our customers while enjoying a friendly, can-do atmosphere.
- Pride & Progress: Contribute to meaningful change and a sustainable future, with continuous improvement is the norm.
Ready to Bring Your G A Game?
Want to make a difference working for the railway?
Greater Anglia operates a busy railway network between London Liverpool Street and the east of England. With a team of around 3,000 colleagues, we operate 134 stations throughout Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, and Suffolk. Greater Anglia also operate Stansted Express services between London Liverpool Street and Stansted Airport.
Roles on the railway are very varied with everything possible from train driving, customer service, being involved with engineering, working in our control room or being part of the HR, finance, marketing, safety, train planning, or communications teams.
No day is ever the same on the railway! Customers are at the heart of the business, and there's never been a more exciting time to kickstart your career with us.
