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Role Overview
We are seeking an Assistant Category Manager to support procurement activity across a busy public sector environment. You'll work on a range of tenders and supplier engagements, helping deliver compliant, value-for-money outcomes. The role is paying up to £40,000 per annum, plus an attractive 43 days leave (including public holidays).
Responsibilities
- Deliver end to end procurement exercises (RFQs, tenders, further competitions).
- Support above threshold tenders under the Procurement Act 2023.
- Prepare tender documentation, evaluation, and contract award.
- Engage with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with PCR 2015 and procurement legislation.
- Maintain procurement records using e‑tendering systems.
- Support contract management and KPI tracking.
- Report savings (cashable and non‑cashable).
- Manage procurement queries and shared inboxes.
Qualifications
- Ideally you will be working towards CIPS Level 4 (or higher).
- Procurement experience (public sector preferred).
- Knowledge of procurement processes and compliance.
- Experience with frameworks and e‑tendering systems (e.g. ProContract, Delta).
- Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills.
- Experience in contract management and savings delivery.
- Knowledge of Procurement Act 2023.
- Higher Education sector experience is desirable.
Benefits
- £31,000 – £40,000 per annum.
- 30 days annual leave + 8 public holidays + 5 additional close down days.
- Compassionate leave.
- Attractive pension scheme.
- Hybrid working.
- Flexible working policy.
- CPD Allowance.
- Health & well‑being support.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Access to gym and swimming pool.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
Company: EA First Compass House
Location: Birmingham
Job Description:
Role Overview
We are seeking an Assistant Category Manager to support procurement activity across a busy public sector environment. You’ll work on a range of tenders and supplier engagements, helping deliver compliant, value-for-money outcomes. The role is paying up to £40,000 per annum, plus an attractive 43 days leave (including public holidays).
Responsibilities
- Deliver end to end procurement exercises (RFQs, tenders, further competitions).
- Support above threshold tenders under the Procurement Act 2023.
- Prepare tender documentation, evaluation, and contract award.
- Engage with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with PCR 2015 and procurement legislation.
- Maintain procurement records using e‑tendering systems.
- Support contract management and KPI tracking.
- Report savings (cashable and non‑cashable).
- Manage procurement queries and shared inboxes.
Qualifications
- Ideally you will be working towards CIPS Level 4 (or higher).
- Procurement experience (public sector preferred).
- Knowledge of procurement processes and compliance.
- Experience with frameworks and e‑tendering systems (e.g. ProContract, Delta).
- Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills.
- Experience in contract management and savings delivery.
- Knowledge of Procurement Act 2023.
- Higher Education sector experience is desirable.
Benefits
- £31,000 – £40,000 per annum.
- 30 days annual leave + 8 public holidays + 5 additional close down days.
- Compassionate leave.
- Attractive pension scheme.
- Hybrid working.
- Flexible working policy.
- CPD Allowance.
- Health & well‑being support.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Access to gym and swimming pool.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
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Posted: May 8th, 2026