
Procurement Manager - Category Manager - Facilities Management
- London
- £60,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop and implement procurement strategies to support organisational objectives within the property sector.
- Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including tendering, supplier selection, and contract negotiations.
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in all procurement activities.
- Monitor supplier performance and maintain strong relationships to optimise service delivery.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and service standards.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement activities with business needs.
- Provide guidance on contract management and resolve any disputes effectively.
- Prepare and present procurement reports to senior management.
- A solid background in procurement and category management facilities management preferably in the property sector. construction, private housing market, university or real estate
- FM experience both Hard & Soft facilities management (e.g., fire alarms, HVAC, BMS, facilities maintenance, rebuilds).
- Proven experience with contract negotiation and supplier relationship management. You would have worked as a category manager in a business partnering capacity.
- Strong understanding of frameworks essential JCT contracts and ideally NEC as well.
- In-depth knowledge of procurement regulations and compliance requirements.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Proven ability to manage end-to-end procurement processes independently.
- High credibility in the construction industry and ability to work autonomously.
- Competitive salary up to £70,000 + up to 25% bonus
- Permanent role in a high-impact organisation
- Opportunities to shape strategic outcomes
- Supportive, innovative work environment
- Comprehensive benefits package