Overview

Senior Category Manager - Estates and Campus Services at University of Portsmouth. This role leads a team within Procurement to deliver category plans and value-for-money solutions that support the university.

What you’ll do

• Manage and mentor a team of Procurement Managers and Officers
• Engage senior stakeholders across Estates and Campus Services; navigate complex procurement landscapes with confidence and creativity
• Be the go-to expert for procurement strategy and compliance

What you’ll bring

• Strong procurement experience in public sector or complex environments
• Team leadership and stakeholder management skills
• MCIPS or working towards (or equivalent experience)
• A passion for making procurement smarter, faster, better
• A degree or equivalent experience, ideally supported by MCIPS or similar professional accreditation
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and motivating teams
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and contract management capabilities

Why Join Us?

We are committed to delivering excellence and innovation. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values openness, responsibility, and ambition, working in an environment that supports professional development and work-life balance.

Location

There is a need to be in Portsmouth, with hybrid working offered (2 days in the office and the rest remotely).

Interviews

Interviews will be taking place on 7 October 2025.

Contact

Should you have any queries in relation to the role, please contact Celine Machola-Rogers at celine.machola-rogers@port.ac.uk

Job Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Education
• Industries: Higher Education

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