Category Manager – Professional Services and HR

Company: JSS
Apply for the Category Manager – Professional Services and HR
Location: London
Job Description:

Help shape the future of procurement within a leading professional services firm. As a Procurement Manager you’ll play a key role in delivering strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement transformation initiatives across key business areas.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead strategic sourcing and category management across multiple spend areas including professional services and HR.
  • Partner with senior stakeholders to develop and deliver category strategies aligned to business objectives.
  • Drive commercial value through supplier negotiations, vendor management, process improvements, and cost efficiencies.
  • Manage supplier relationships, contract performance, onboarding, and ESG alignment.
  • Act as a trusted advisor and escalation point for supplier issues and dispute resolution.

To be considered:

  • Strong experience in category management and procurement across diverse categories including professional services and HR.
  • Skilled in contract negotiation, supplier management, SLAs, and procurement best practice.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and leadership skills.
  • Strategic thinker with a track record of driving improvement and delivering results.

On offer:

  • £70,000 – £75,000 + bonus
  • 2-3 days / week in their London office

Posted: May 25th, 2026