Skip to main content
Government Recruitment Service logo

Senior Officer for Category Management

Government Recruitment Service
Full Timesenior
CAPosted April 22, 2026

Job Description

Drive excellence in procurement and contract management as a Senior Category Officer. Lead projects while nurturing supplier relationships and enhancing commercial value within a customer-focused category.

As a key member reporting to the Category Manager, you'll support project delivery and sustainable supplier partnerships. Your expertise will influence operational teams through commercial guidance, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices. Stay updated on legislative changes to steer category priorities and foster strong relationships with customers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead project delivery in procurement and contract management
  • Build sustainable relationships with key suppliers
  • Provide commercial guidance on Defra policy adherence
  • Mentor teams on commercial procedures for efficiency
  • Manage contract delivery with a focus on sustainability

Requirements

  • Proven experience in procurement and contract management
  • Strong understanding of commercial life cycles
  • Knowledge of legislation and best practices required
  • Excellent relationship-building skills
  • Leadership and mentoring capabilities

Enhance procurement strategies and deliver exceptional supplier management to achieve operational excellence and environmental goals.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Want AI-powered job matching?

Upload your resume and get every job scored, your resume tailored, and hiring manager emails found - automatically.

Get Started Free