CK Group are recruiting for a Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, to join a growing and exciting research facility in Oxford, on a permanent basis. This role will be hybrid, requiring you to be on-site for three days a week.

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It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 136 758 in all correspondence.
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THE ROLE:

Our client is seeking an experienced and commercially savvy Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, to oversee Hard and Soft FM services and associated categories such as Laboratory Equipment and Services.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Developing and implementing category strategies for Facilities Management procurement, covering services such as mechanical & electrical (M&E) maintenance, cleaning, security, catering, workplace services, and minor construction works.
• Managing procurement for subcategories related to Facilities Management, including the sourcing and management of Laboratory Equipment (non-core scientific equipment supporting facilities and operations) and associated technical services.
• Leading competitive tendering processes, negotiations, supplier selection, and contract award activities, ensuring best value, service quality, and risk mitigation.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders including Facilities teams, Real Estate, Laboratory Managers, Health & Safety, Finance, and Legal departments.
• Conducting market and supplier analysis to identify opportunities for cost savings, service improvement, innovation, and sustainability.