Category Manager - Soft FM

Job DescriptionWe're Hiring: Category Manager Soft FM London | Full-TimeAre you a strategic procurement leader ready to take ownership of Soft FM categories across a complex, high-impact environment?Were looking for a Category Manager with Soft FM expertise to lead supplier performance, contract compliance, and continuous improvement across a diverse portfolio that could include cleaning, catering, waste, security, and support services. What Youll Be Doing:Lead supplier performance management through robust scorecards and governanceBuild strong relationships with stakeholders to align priorities and drive valueOwn contract management and SRM responsibilities post-awardEnsure legal and regulatory compliance across the Soft FM supply chainDeliver supplier rationalisation and cost optimisation initiativesBenchmark market performance to ensure competitiveness and best valueProvide subject matter expertise and day-to-day procurement leadership Youll Bring:35+ years experience in contract/supplier management, ideally in FM/servicesStrong commercial acumen and ability to influence at all levelsProven ability to develop and implement category strategies with measurable benefitsDegree-qualified, with excellent project/program management skillsStrong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skillsConfident and credible, with a collaborative and proactive mindset Desirable:Experience working cross-functionally with legal, procurement, and HRAdvanced influencing and decision-making skillsStrong analytical capability and an eye for optimisation opportunitiesOur client champions inclusion, equality, and wellbeing and were looking for someone who leads by example in promoting a positive Health & Safety culture and professional excellence. If youre ready to make a strategic impact in Soft FM procurement, wed love to hear from you. Apply now or reach out for a confidential conversation.#SoftFM #CategoryManager #ProcurementJobs #FacilitiesManagement #SupplierPerformance #StrategicSourcing #SRM #FMJobs #HiringNow #LeadershipInProcurement

Created: 2025-07-03