Job Description

Interim Senior Category Manager

Location: Oldham (Hybrid Working)

Length: 6 months

Rate: £450-£500 per day (Inside IR35)

Our client, a local authority in Greater Manchester, is seeking an experienced Interim Senior Category Manager to lead procurement across Construction and Highways categories. This role is ideal for a procurement professional with a strong track record in managing complex procurement projects, ensuring value for money, and driving compliance with procurement legislation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and deliver high-value category procurement exercises for goods, works, and services that meet customer and community needs.

Manage complex procurements with significant impact on stakeholders, ensuring compliance with legislation and council policies.

Work within politically and publicly sensitive markets, demonstrating expertise in shaping procurement strategies.

Oversee multiple procurements with challenging budget implications, including cross-organisational dependencies.

Develop and maintain an up-to-date procurement project pipeline in collaboration with stakeholders.

Design and implement procurement category strategies that challenge traditional delivery models and align with corporate objectives.

About You

Extensive experience in category management, with a focus on construction and highways.

Proven ability to manage high-impact procurement projects within a public sector environment.

Strong knowledge of procurement legislation, compliance, and best practices.

Excellent research and analytical skills, with the ability to apply market insights to procurement strategies.

Ability to engage with senior stakeholders and work effectively in a politically sensitive environment.

How to Apply

If you're interested in applying, please apply now with your CV and contact Joe O'Halloran at Spencer Clarke Group on (phone number removed)