Senior Procurement Category Manager - Digital and Complex Systems

Are you a senior procurement professional with experience delivering complex, high-value programmes? Do you bring both strategic sourcing expertise and strong contract management capability?We''re looking for a Senior Procurement Category Manager to lead major procurement programmes across digital and clinical systems, working at the forefront of large-scale, high-impact public sector transformation.About the RoleThis is a senior leadership role responsible for delivering complex procurement programmes across a portfolio of digital and clinical systems (including areas such as EPR and wider healthcare technologies).You''ll take ownership of end-to-end sourcing strategies, lead high-value procurements, and ensure robust contract management across the full lifecycle, working closely with senior stakeholders to deliver sustainable value and service improvement.This role combines strategic procurement, commercial leadership, and people management, with responsibility for leading and developing a small team (2 direct reports).Key ResponsibilitiesLead complex, high-value procurement programmes from strategy through to contract awardDevelop and implement category strategies across digital and clinical systemsManage full end-to-end tendering activity using e-procurement systemsProvide expert advice on procurement routes, commercial models, and contract structuresEnsure compliance with public sector procurement regulations, including PCR and the Procurement Act 2023Oversee and ..... full job details .....