Category Manager- Hard FM
  • England,West Midlands,Birmingham
  • Full Time, Temporary
  • £450 - £550 per day
Job Description:
?? Job Opportunity: Category Manager - Hard FM
Contract Length: 6 months (with potential for extension)
Day Rate: Up to £500/day (inside IR35)
Location: Hybrid - 1 day per week on-site in Birmingham
Start Date: ASAP
?? About the Role
We’re seeking an experienced Category Manager - Hard FM to join a busy Local Authority procurement team on an interim basis. This is a hands-on, operational role, ideal for a self-sufficient professional who thrives in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment.You’ll lead end-to-end procurement activity for a range of construction works and professional services projects, ensuring compliance with internal governance and public procurement regulations.
?? Key Responsibilities
*Lead procurements across: new housing developments and regeneration schemes; highways and transport infrastructure; schools infrastructure and other property and works-related procurements
*Develop and implement procurement strategies
*Conduct market engagement and tender processes
*Draft and review governance reports
*Chair moderation sessions and support evaluations
*Prepare contract documentation and manage modifications

? Essential Requirements
*Local Authority procurement experience
*Extensive Hard FM category experience
*Completion of the TPP 10-module course (PA23 deep-dive highly desirable)
*Strong working knowledge of public procurement regulations
*Proven ability to manage complex procurements independently
*Excellent stakeholder engagement and governance skills

If you’re a confident procurement professional with a strong track record in Local Government and are ready to hit the ground running, we’d love to hear from you.

What you need to do now
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