Principal Category Manager Construction

Cedar are pleased to be supporting with the recruitment of a Principal Category Manager, to work for a leading Public Sector framework Provider.

You will be in charge of managing a team of two, along with a series of framework Agreements within the Construction & Estates category. You'll be responsible for developing category strategies across the client base and leading on the delivery of a number of procurement projects.

The role is predominantly REMOTE working with adhoc travel required into the North West.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Works closely with internal teams to ensure robust strategies in the delivery of portfolio framework agreements.
• Develops effective measurement to evaluate the quality of products and services.
• Undertakes market research to drive change and innovative procurement Initiates
• Works with other government agencies and public sector bodies to provide support on construction related tenders across areas

• Develops, maintains, and manages professional relationships across internal and external stakeholders
• Liaises with colleagues at all levels to ensure compliance in the use of framework agreements.
• Leads multiple programmes and develops collaborative relationship management regimes with public sector suppliers, ensuring maximum return on investment across the Public Sector
• Manages 1-2 reports at Category Manager and Category Buyer level and enables staff to deliver, enhance expertise and build procurement
• Assist in the review of the procurement function, legal updates and governance

Essential Requirements:

• Experience of managing end to end procurements across construction category within the public sector is essential (PCR2015)
• Experience of supporting with Category plans, Governance and Procurement pipelines
• Experience of using construction contracts such as JCT Design & Build 2016, NEC 3 or NEC 4

The role comes with a few benefits to mention such as a 3% flex fund, life assurance and a 6% pension contribution.

If you would like to be considered for the role then please apply and one of the team will be in touch to discuss the role in greater detail.