Public Sector Recruitment

Category Manager

Salary:
£42839 - £47181 per annum
Job Ref:
JN -052026-223234_1779361728
Location:
Hertfordshire
Date Posted:
21st May 2026
Job Type:
Permanent

Category Manager

Permanent

£42,839 - £47,181

Full Time

Hybrid working (1 day a week in office)




Morgan Hunt are delighted to support a public sector organisation as they look to welcome a Category Manager on a full time and permanent basis.




Main Responsibilities:

  • Delivered compliant end-to-end procurement processes across multiple public sector categories, ensuring adherence to the Procurement Act 2023 and PSR Regulations 2023.
  • Managed the reintegration of contracts into the organisations procurement framework.
  • Supported preparation activities, contributing to strategic transformation and governance alignment.
  • Lead and managed procurements and contracts valued up to £500k, achieving value for money, cost savings, and process improvements.
  • Developed category expertise and supported implementation of category strategies aligned with organisational priorities, risk management, and service delivery goals.
  • Collaborated with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to deliver strategic and tactical procurement projects.
  • Provided procurement guidance, governance support, and stakeholder training while maintaining strong analytical, IT, and presentation skills.




    Personal Specifications:




    • Public Sector experience required (Healthcare/Socialcare experience preferred)
    • CIPS Qualified ideally
    • Experience at operating at this level



    Please apply if interested or contact Emma Ritchie on 07488885327 or at




    Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.



Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

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