Location: Essex Contract Type: Interim 3-6 months Department: Procurement Time: 2 days a week on-site Salary: NegotiableBurman are seeking a proactive and highly skilled Category Manager to join our client''s dynamic Procurement team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work collaboratively with faculties and professional services across campuses, with a particular focus on Estates and Facilities Management.As part of our professional procurement service, you will provide expert guidance, lead tender processes, monitor supplier performance, and ensure legal and policy compliance. You will play a critical role in shaping procurement strategies, building stakeholder relationships, and driving value through effective contract and supplier management.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic and operational procurement advice across departments.Develop procurement plans and specifications for tenders and frameworks.Facilitate and lead cross-functional reviews to enhance procurement practices.Evaluate supplier responses and arrange presentations in coordination with leadership.Draft, review, and manage contract terms and ensure timely sign-off.Monitor contract performance through regular reviews and KPI assessments.Analyse procurement data using systems like Business World and Qlik.Support statutory reporting and ensure compliance with Public Sector Procurement legislation.Act as a primary point of contact for procurement systems, procedures, and queries.Represent