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Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, Chesterfield

Client:

CK Group

Location:

Chesterfield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

Job Description:

CK Group is recruiting for a Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, to join a growing research facility in Chesterfield on a permanent basis. The role will be hybrid, requiring three days on-site per week.

The Company:

A research-driven organisation focused on creating sustainable solutions for global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration, featuring a state-of-the-art R&D facility, specialised laboratories, oncology clinics, and a focus on bridging scientific discovery with real-world applications.

The Role:

The Procurement Category Manager will oversee Hard and Soft FM services and related categories such as Laboratory Equipment and Services, ensuring effective procurement strategies and supplier management.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for Facilities Management, including M&E maintenance, cleaning, security, catering, workplace services, and minor construction works.
• Manage procurement for subcategories like Laboratory Equipment and technical services.
• Lead tendering, negotiations, supplier selection, and contracts to ensure value, quality, and risk mitigation.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders including Facilities, Real Estate, Laboratory Managers, H&S, Finance, and Legal teams.
• Conduct market and supplier analysis to identify cost savings, improvements, innovation, and sustainability opportunities.

Your Background:

• Extensive procurement experience, especially in Facilities Management sourcing.
• Experience in procuring laboratory equipment and services within an FM context.
• Experience working in biotechnology or pharmaceutical environments.
• Proven contract negotiation skills.
• BSc in Procurement, Facilities Management, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• MCIPS qualification or working towards it.