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Category Manager

WM Trains

Birmingham, GBR

Full-time

Mid

Hybrid

GBP 45000-55000 yearly / year

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Identify suitable suppliers and delivery partners in line with procurement policy and regulations.
Prepare, negotiate, and amend contracts to meet business needs and commercial obligations.
Advise stakeholders on best practice to secure quality and maximise value for goods and services.
Act as the main interface with external legal teams on contract‑related matters.
Hold suppliers to account, lead governance‑focused stakeholder meetings, and manage tender timelines and bidder communications.

Contract development experience and effective tender preparation, negotiation and end‑to‑end procurement skills.
Proven track record supporting strategic plans within a public sector environment, with essential knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023.
Procurement expertise with the ability to support the design and deliver compliant strategies for specific projects.
Skilled communicator who builds trusted relationships, supports teams and influences effectively at all levels.
Detail‑focused, collaborative and committed to support & deliver high‑quality outcomes across IT complex procurement activity's.
IT Category knowledge would be an advantage but not essential.

Salary of up to £55,000 dependent on experience.
A defined benefit pension from day 1 – one of the best in the UK.
Free travel on all London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway services for you, your spouse/partner, and dependents.
75% off all other train operating companies for you, your spouse/partner, and dependents.
8 Friends and Family Day passes to gift per annum on our network.
A 24/7 Virtual GP service for you and your household.
Our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)- A confidential employee benefit that supports you with personal or work-related issues affecting your home life, work life, health, or wellbeing

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