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Procurement Manager
Lead Category Manager – Developer Path to Senior Category Manager
Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey. This is a Lead Category Manager role with the potential to develop into a Senior Category Manager for the right candidate.
The role involves engaging with internal and external stakeholders and leaders to:
- Develop category strategies
- Implement and manage them to deliver goals
- Manage teams on specific workstreams and initiatives, ensuring they deliver on time, to expectations, and in line with targets and KPIs
Responsibilities
- Category Management – Develop, execute, and optimise category strategies aligned with business objectives
- Relationship Management – Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders internally and externally
- Team Supervision – Oversee daily team activities and ensure agreed targets and objectives are achieved
- Due Diligence & Strategic Insight – Conduct thorough analysis of company and market understanding
- Value Creation – Enhance processes, performance, and commercial activities for measurable improvements
- Plan Development & Implementation – Lead the development and execution of strategic plans
- Team Coordination & Support – Ensure cross-team collaboration and provide necessary support
- Performance & Leadership –
- Drive performance and results
- Manage performance reviews, technical development, and coaching
- Foster a high-performing team environment
- Net Zero Carbon Transition – Actively contribute towards collaborative net zero carbon goals, including identifying and mitigating carbon emissions across projects
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Requirements
To succeed in this role, you’ll need to demonstrate:
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in relevant subjects
- A Levels (or equivalent)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
- Strong negotiation skills
- Commercial acumen – Ability to drive value and negotiate win-win outcomes
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Our Values
Mace operates to the following core principles:
- Safety First – Championing a safe, diverse, and inclusive culture with a focus on wellbeing for all teams
- Client Focus – Delivering quality work, strategic outcomes and building long-term client relationships
- Integrity – Prioritising ethical behaviour and compliance in all operations
- Create Opportunity – Fostering a culture of continuous improvement to inspire professional and personal growth
Flexible Working
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds. If you feel you may not meet all listed criteria, we encourage you to apply—you might still be the right fit for this or another role.
We are open to discussing part-time, hybrid, or flexible work arrangements where applicable. #LI-Onsite
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