Procurement Category Manager - Telco/Construction/Utilities
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📍 theale, england, United-Kingdom
Job Description
We are looking for a skilled Procurement Category Manager to manage a diverse portfolio of strategic and complex procurement categories, covering both direct and indirect spend, large‑scale outsourcing agreements, and joint ventures. You will lead negotiations for new and renewal contracts, develop and implement sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and ensure all procurement activity aligns with our governance and commercial frameworks.
This role also plays a key part in shaping negotiation strategies, embedding best practice across the organisation, and supporting capability development within the procurement team.
Key Responsibilities of the Procurement Category Manager include:
- Implement sourcing strategies using commercial contract models and templates in line with company policies.
- Lead negotiations for new and renewal agreements, ensuring alignment with service, quality, value, and risk expectations.
- Develop robus...