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Interim Category Lead

Essex Temporary £360 - £440 per day View Job Description
This role seeks a competent Interim Category Lead to manage and enhance procurement processes in the public sector and government department, with a focus on achieving cost efficiencies and improved supply chain management.
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About Our Client

Our client is a well-established public sector organisation in Essex. With a workforce of over 10,000 dedicated employees, this entity serves the community by providing essential services and implementing government policies.

Job Description

  • Develop and implement strategic procurement initiatives and category management plans.
  • Provide a proactive procurement service to the Care Group or Corporate Division(s) that you work with, covering both strategic advice and operational support.
  • Establish relationships with key suppliers to ensure high-quality service delivery.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to achieve procurement objectives.
  • Monitor supplier performance and carry out regular performance reviews.
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement best practices in procurement.
  • Ensure compliance with public sector procurement regulations and policies.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to improve supply chain efficiency.
  • Manage risks within the procurement and supply chain department.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Interim Category Lead should have:

  • A degree in Business, Economics, or related field.
  • Proven experience in procurement and supply chain management in the public sector.
  • Expertise in strategic procurement and category management.
  • Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
  • In-depth understanding of public sector procurement regulations.
  • Excellent leadership and team management abilities.

What's on Offer

  • A competitive daily salary rate of circa £400 per day Inside IR35.
  • An opportunity to influence procurement processes in a key public sector organisation.
  • The chance to work with a dedicated and dynamic team in Essex.
  • Gaining extensive experience in public sector and government operations.



This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Interim Category Lead to make a significant contribution to public sector services. If you believe you have the skills and experience required, we strongly encourage you to apply.

Contact
Callum Robson
Quote job ref
JN-072024-6485843
Phone number
+44 113 243 7729

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Indirect Procurement
Sector
Public Sector
Location
Essex
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Callum Robson
Consultant phone
+44 113 243 7729
Job reference
JN-072024-6485843