Category Specialist - Environment

Job Role: Category Specialist - EnvironmentContract Type: PermanentSalary: 43545 - 51228 (dependent on skills, knowledge and experience)Location: London (Hybrid)Sector: Local AuthorityWe''re supporting a forward-thinking public sector organisation in the search for a Procurement Category Specialist to help deliver strategic procurement activity across construction, facilities management, refurbishment, repairs and maintenance.Working closely with stakeholders across the organisation, you''ll provide procurement expertise throughout the procurement lifecycle, support the development of category strategies and forward plans, and help deliver compliant, value-for-money procurement solutions.Your new role Support the delivery of procurement projects across a broad range of goods, works and services categories.Work with internal stakeholders to develop procurement strategies, category plans and tender documentation.Provide expert guidance to ensure procurement activities remain compliant with public sector procurement legislation and internal governance requirements.Develop evaluation methodologies and support the assessment of supplier submissions.Build strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers to identify opportunities for collaboration, efficiencies and value for money.Support and lead supplier negotiations to secure the best commercial outcomes.Manage procurement activity throughout the tendering and contract award process, ensuring accurate record keeping and ..... full job details .....