Senior Procurement Category Manager
| Posting date: | 19 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £51,356.00 to £54,495.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | A competitive salary Generous annual leave entitlement Access to an occupational pension scheme A range of employee benefits including; public transport and gym memberships discount |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 December 2025 |
| Location: | Wakefield One, Burton St, Wakefield WF1 2EB |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Wakefield Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 244204 |
Summary
Join Our Ambitious Commercial Team at Wakefield Council
At Wakefield Council, we’re doing things differently. Our Commercial Team plays a vital role in delivering the Council’s ambitions - making a real difference to our communities.
As we grow our commercial expertise, we’re looking for individuals with strong commercial acumen and a passion for public service to join our flexible, forward-thinking team.
Whether you're starting your career or looking to take the next step, we offer opportunities across multiple categories, tailored to both organisational needs and your personal development goals.
What our colleagues say:
“Having started my career in the Central Procurement Team as an interim, I was so impressed with the expertise, dedication and support of colleagues in providing a professional service to our stakeholders through smart sourcing and collaboration, such that I applied for, and was successful in landing, the post permanently”.
For an informal conversation about any of our roles, contact Zoe Robinson on 07787 165 415 or zrobinson@wakefield.gov.uk or Victoria Eaton on 07345 462 364 or veaton@wakefield.gov.uk
Senior Procurement Category Manager
Key Focus Areas – Our Business Category which will include but not limited to:
IT & Digital Services
Financial Services
Human Resources
Corporate enabling Services
What You’ll Do:
Lead and manage a team of procurement professionals
Oversee strategic procurement across key business categories
Deliver end-to-end procurement solutions and drive innovation
Shape a category-led approach to influence spend and meet service needs
What We’re Looking For:
CIPS Level 6 qualified
Strong stakeholder and contract management experience
In-depth knowledge of public sector procurement regulations
Excellent communication, planning, and leadership skills
Please note that this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received
Want to Know More?
If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Zoe Robinson.
Tel: 07787 165 415
E-mail: zrobinson@wakefield.gov.uk
At Wakefield Council, we’re doing things differently. Our Commercial Team plays a vital role in delivering the Council’s ambitions - making a real difference to our communities.
As we grow our commercial expertise, we’re looking for individuals with strong commercial acumen and a passion for public service to join our flexible, forward-thinking team.
Whether you're starting your career or looking to take the next step, we offer opportunities across multiple categories, tailored to both organisational needs and your personal development goals.
What our colleagues say:
“Having started my career in the Central Procurement Team as an interim, I was so impressed with the expertise, dedication and support of colleagues in providing a professional service to our stakeholders through smart sourcing and collaboration, such that I applied for, and was successful in landing, the post permanently”.
For an informal conversation about any of our roles, contact Zoe Robinson on 07787 165 415 or zrobinson@wakefield.gov.uk or Victoria Eaton on 07345 462 364 or veaton@wakefield.gov.uk
Senior Procurement Category Manager
Key Focus Areas – Our Business Category which will include but not limited to:
IT & Digital Services
Financial Services
Human Resources
Corporate enabling Services
What You’ll Do:
Lead and manage a team of procurement professionals
Oversee strategic procurement across key business categories
Deliver end-to-end procurement solutions and drive innovation
Shape a category-led approach to influence spend and meet service needs
What We’re Looking For:
CIPS Level 6 qualified
Strong stakeholder and contract management experience
In-depth knowledge of public sector procurement regulations
Excellent communication, planning, and leadership skills
Please note that this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received
Want to Know More?
If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Zoe Robinson.
Tel: 07787 165 415
E-mail: zrobinson@wakefield.gov.uk