Senior Category Manager
| Posting date: | 19 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £64,200 - £71,300 plus up to 12% annual bonus |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 January 2026 |
| Location: | London, SE5 9NY |
| Company: | KFM |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 294 |
Summary
Job Advert
Senior Category Manager – Corporate & Capital Procurement
Location: Unit 1, 129 Coldharbour Lane, London, SE5 9NY
Salary: £64,200 - £71,300 plus up to 12% annual bonus
We are looking for an experienced Senior Category Manager to join our Procurement team at KFM. This is an exciting opportunity to
lead high-value procurement projects and drive efficiency in healthcare supply chain management.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement category strategies to optimise value and innovation.
* Manage end-to-end procurement processes within the assigned categories.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers.
* Conduct market analysis and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
* Lead contract negotiations and manage supplier performance.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and policies.
* Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
Requirements:
* CIPS qualification or equivalent is essential.
* Certification in the UK's Procurement Act 2023 and its implications for public sector tendering is essential.
* Proven experience in a similar role within procurement and supply chain management.
* Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
* Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
If you are an experienced procurement professional looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare supply chain management, we’d
love to hear from you!
Apply to join as part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in procurement and supply chain management.
Interview Closing: 5th Jan 2025
Interview Date: 15th & 16th Jan 2025
Senior Category Manager – Corporate & Capital Procurement
Location: Unit 1, 129 Coldharbour Lane, London, SE5 9NY
Salary: £64,200 - £71,300 plus up to 12% annual bonus
We are looking for an experienced Senior Category Manager to join our Procurement team at KFM. This is an exciting opportunity to
lead high-value procurement projects and drive efficiency in healthcare supply chain management.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement category strategies to optimise value and innovation.
* Manage end-to-end procurement processes within the assigned categories.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers.
* Conduct market analysis and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
* Lead contract negotiations and manage supplier performance.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and policies.
* Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
Requirements:
* CIPS qualification or equivalent is essential.
* Certification in the UK's Procurement Act 2023 and its implications for public sector tendering is essential.
* Proven experience in a similar role within procurement and supply chain management.
* Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
* Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
If you are an experienced procurement professional looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare supply chain management, we’d
love to hear from you!
Apply to join as part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in procurement and supply chain management.
Interview Closing: 5th Jan 2025
Interview Date: 15th & 16th Jan 2025