Location
Kings Hall Mews, London, Stratford or Manchester, Trafford

Hours
Full Time - 35 hours per week

Salary
£55,270 per annum (London weighted salary) or £47,920 per annum (Regional salary), dependant on experience

Contract Type
12-month Fixed Term Contract

About the Role
Join London and Quadrant Housing Trust’s Commercial Corporate Services Team as a Category Manager and play a pivotal role in shaping procurement strategies across a diverse range of goods and services. You will develop and implement strategic sourcing plans, working closely with stakeholders to understand business needs, analyse supply markets, and deliver category strategies that optimise value, quality, service, and sustainability. This role involves leading complex, multi-million-pound procurement projects, managing key supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with legal and commercial standards. You will contribute to the transformation of procurement services through a newly structured team focused on category management and business partnering, helping to deliver lasting value for residents and communities. Hybrid working is supported, with 20% to 40% of contractual hours worked from your reporting office or working location.

Benefits
Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days annual leave rising to 31 days with length of service plus bank holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and many more.

Experience
Extensive experience managing end-to-end procurement activities with a strong understanding of Public Contracts Regulations. Proven ability to deliver procurement solutions tailored to stakeholder needs across both public and private sectors. Strong contract negotiation skills and commercial acumen. Experience in Corporate Services categories is desirable.

About you
A commercially minded procurement professional with excellent market insight, negotiation skills, and strategic thinking. Collaborative mindset with a track record of delivering high-value outcomes in complex procurement environments. Detail-oriented and passionate about delivering value through procurement.

Qualifications
Not explicitly stated, but relevant procurement qualifications and experience are implied to be essential for success in this role.