Procurement Category Specialist x2

Jackson Hogg Procurement division are pleased to be partnering with a public sector organisation in Durham on the appointment of a Procurement Category Specialist to join their team.

If you’re passionate about procurement and motivated by delivering meaningful social value, this role offers the chance to lead a diverse portfolio of procurement projects while developing your skills in a supportive and forward-thinking service.

The role of Procurement Category Specialist is a full-time and permanent role offering £40-45k depending on experience.

Benefits include:

• Hybrid working - 3 days WFH and 2 days in office
• Flexible working hours on a 37.5 hour week
• 27 days holiday + bank holidays rising to 32 days on length of service
• Purchase holiday scheme of additional 10 days
• Discounted gym membership
• New, modern office environment

The Role:

• Manage category spend across a range of goods, works, and services to secure high-quality contracts that deliver demonstrable value for money.
• Provide professional procurement advice and support to service areas and partner organisations.
• Lead on the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the procurement strategy, policies, systems, and processes.
• Deliver compliant, commercially effective procurement exercises in line with the Procurement Act 2023.
• Work as part of a collaborative procurement team, reporting directly to the Procurement Manager

The Person/Requirements:

• This role is ideal for someone who is proactive, commercially aware, and committed to supporting strong governance, innovation, and social value outcomes.
• 5 years' experience in a Procurement role
• Ideally CIPS qualified, working towards or willing to complete

For more information, please get in touch with Gemma Yeadon - Sector Lead | Procurement at Jackson Hogg Recruitment.