Procurement Category Manager

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Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, we do not accept CV’s (unless specified on the advert).

Please fully complete the online application form.

Sefton Council is looking for three experienced Procurement Category Managers to join our Corporate Procurement Team at an exciting time of transformation.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality, compliant and value-for-money procurement across a diverse range of goods, services, works and ICT projects. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you’ll lead complex procurement activity from strategy through to contract award, helping shape how the Council spends and delivers services for our communities.

About the role

You will:

• Lead and manage high-value, complex procurement projects
• Provide expert advice on the Procurement Act 2023 and Contract Procedure Rules
• Develop sourcing strategies that maximise value and minimise risk
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and partners
• Drive innovation, challenge existing practices and improve outcomes

About you

You’ll be a confident procurement professional with:

• Significant experience delivering complex procurements end-to-end
• Strong knowledge of public sector procurement legislation
• Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to work at pace
• A relevant CIPS qualification (or equivalent experience)

What we offer

• Competitive local government salary and pension
• Agile and flexible working options
• Generous annual leave and wellbeing support
• Career development and professional learning opportunities
• A supportive, inclusive and values-driven organisation

At Sefton, we are committed to making a real difference for our communities. If you’re passionate about procurement and want to help shape better services, we’d love to hear from you.

Click on the application pack for further information.

Closing Date - 12/06/2026

Provisional Interview Date - 24/06/2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received.