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The role of Procurement Category Manager involves managing procurement strategies and ensuring compliance with PCR2015 regulations within the transport & distribution sector. The Procurement Category Manager will be based in Newcastle upon Tyne and requires expertise in procurement and supply chain processes.
Client details
Nexus (The Tyne and Wear Passenger Transport Executive) operates in public transportation and local government. The Procurement & Contracting function is undergoing a transformation including a restructure of the team in Newcastle upon Tyne. This creates an opportunity for three new Procurement Category Managers to join the function and deliver the new Target Operating Model and progression of the Procurement Maturity Model. The Procurement Category Managers will be part of a team delivering strategic procurement change, focusing on agile, pragmatic and proportional procurement for all goods and services, delivering value for money. The role involves building capability, capacity and credibility, minimising risk and ensuring high-quality delivery for internal and external customers.
Description
Procurement Category Managers are responsible for:
- Develop and implement category strategies to support business objectives.
- Ensure compliance with PCR2015 and other relevant procurement regulations.
- Manage supplier relationships to deliver value and mitigate risks.
- Lead tendering and contract management activities within the procurement department.
- Analyse market trends to identify opportunities for cost savings and innovation.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify and fulfil procurement needs.
- Provide guidance on procurement best practices and ensure adherence to policies.
- Monitor and report on procurement performance and deliverables.
- Previous experience in public transportation and/or local government would be beneficial
Profile
The successful Procurement Category Manager will be:
- Well versed in delivering quality end-to-end procurement process in source to contract, in two or more categories
- Experienced with at least 8 years and a proven procurement track record in transport, engineering, construction or infrastructure within the Public Sector
- Strong procurement acumen, experience of delivering end-to-end procurement and managing contracts
- Fully conversant in Public Sector Procurement regulations and policies
- Ability to manage multiple procurement projects across a diverse and varied portfolio; flexible approach to changing and emerging priorities and requirements. You thrive in a fast-paced, varied environment and can meet deadlines
- Experienced and conversant in all forms of Procurement contracts including NEC3/4, JCT suites within Procurement, standard contracts, framework terms and conditions to demonstrate and deliver best value, mitigate risk and liabilities
- Able to shape, define, influence and challenge current procurement and commercial practices in a positive way
- Embed yourself in the end-to-end process and define ownership of the procurement life cycle
Job Offer
- Competitive salary ranging from £45,337 to £68,013 per annum
- Option to work a minimum of 60% of the working week in the office and the rest at home
- Generous pension scheme
- Opportunity to work in Nexus, which operates in public transportation and local government
- 28 days annual leave per year, bank holidays and time off for volunteering
- Enhanced travel benefits
- Health cash plan contributing towards dental costs, optical, and more (for you and dependants, if applicable)
- Access to a rewards app with over 1,000 high street discounts
Closing date for applications is 09 January 2026. We reserve the right to withdraw roles from the market should there be unexpected interest.
Seniority level
Employment type
Job function
- Purchasing
- Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
If you are an experienced Procurement Category Manager with a passion for procurement excellence, apply now to join this exciting opportunity in Newcastle upon Tyne.
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