Marks Sattin are working in partnership with on a major programme with a well known Government funded organisation to recruit an Interim Category Manager for a duration of 9 months.

The role will support the Head of Procurement with the delivery of the procurement programme and will provide ongoing contract management support. The role will be required to support and manage the delivery of a number of categories. This is a hands-on role and encompasses the full spectrum of tender and contract management activities. It requires a person with a strong background in procurement, excellent commercial acumen, experience in contract management and a background in both the public and private sector.


Responsibilities of the Interim Category Manager:

• Manage a portfolio of procurements to meet time, budget, quality and resource parameters in accordance with good professional practices, legislative requirements, OC policies and procedures, OJEU thresholds and public purchasing regulations.
• Undertake the planning and management of sub OJEU procurements in accordance with the OC's policies and procedures.
• To support the Procurement Business Partner and Category Managers in delivery of OJEU level procurements in accordance with the OC's policies and procedures.
• To demonstrate ownership and delivery of their allocated procurement workplan
• To provide advice and assistance to internal stakeholders on routine/lower value procurements.
• Work collaboratively with government and council procurement teams to implement an efficient and effective working relationship.
• Effective and appropriate management of key stakeholders and key operational staff to meet project outcomes and changing organisational needs relevant to the nominated Divisions
• Maintain accurate and timely records that support any ad hoc reporting requirements.
• Provide cover for the P2P provision when required in compliance with OC policies and regulations. Including support with the Contracts Register and Supplier set-up process.
• To ensure awarded procurements are followed through to completion onto the Dynamics P2P system for draw down.
• Provide low level contract management support including signposting to OC guidelines and templates
• Management and support of the Delta e-tender system including training of procurement staff when required.
• Perform market research duties, including on Suppliers, Markets and framework opportunities to support active Procurements.
• Contribute to and provide support to the maintenance of management reporting systems to track and manage procurement activities at project and functional level and provide management information on progress.
• Support the continuous improvement approach of the functional area of procurement.

To be considered you must:

• Prior experience in a similar role within a government department or agency
• Be experienced sourcing goods and services
• Understanding of Public sector procurement principles and practice / OJEU
• Knowledge of e - procurement tools and ERP systems

If you feel you meet the requirements of my client and have availability to start at short notice please do not hesitate to apply!