Job Description

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Position

: Senior Category Manager

Department

: Clinical Procurement

Salary

: 64,200 - 71,300 plus up to 12% annual bonus



This is an exciting opportunity for a Procurement professional to join KFM as a

Senior Category Manager

and make an impact shaping procurement strategies, strengthening supplier relationships, and contributing directly to NHS improvement programmes.


As a Senior Category Manager, you'll lead a delegated spend portfolio valued between 20-30 million annually. You'll be the driving force behind innovative clinical procurement strategies, stakeholder engagement, and delivering measurable cost savings across the Clinical Procurement (CP) category.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement category strategies aligned to corporate goals. Lead on high-value and complex procurement projects and contracts. Negotiate and manage supplier relationships for optimal value and service quality. Collaborate with clinical teams to align procurement decisions with patient care priorities. Identify innovation opportunities and support product standardisation initiatives. Ensure compliance with UK Public Procurement legislation and KFM governance frameworks.

About You

You're an experienced procurement professional with a strong commercial acumen and a passion for improving healthcare outcomes through smarter sourcing. You thrive in a fast-paced, stakeholder-focused environment and enjoy leading change and innovation.

Essential Requirements:

MCIPS

qualification (or equivalent experience). Proven experience delivering cost reductions and strategic sourcing in large organisations. Strong background in

category and contract management

. Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills. Track record of successful

supplier and client relationship management

. Strong analytical and project management capabilities.

Desirable:

Experience within the

public sector or NHS procurement

. Degree-level education or equivalent. PRINCE2 or project management certification.

Why Join KFM?

Play a vital role in supporting world-class patient care. Work in a collaborative, purpose-driven organisation reinvesting in the NHS. Lead strategic initiatives that make a real difference to clinical outcomes.


If you're ready to take on a high-impact role that shapes the future of NHS procurement, we'd love to hear from you.

Application Deadline:

3rd Nov 2025

Interview Dates:

13th & 14th Nov 2025


Apply to join as part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in procurement.