A leading infrastructure services operator require a Category Manager with experience across Facilities Management (FM) spend area. Applicants need a demonstrable track record in developing procurement and category management strategies, within FM. The Category Manager - FM will join the Category Management team, reporting into a Procurement Director. Category Management within this organisation entails; supply market analysis and liaison, stakeholder partnering, procurement strategy development and implementation, and post-signature supplier relationship and contract management. FM services are delivered across a number of UK locations, and the spend for the category is c 20m across hard and soft FM - HVAC, MandE, Maintenance, Security, Cleaning, Catering, Landscaping etc. Specific duties of the Category Manager include:Develop, implement and manage Category Strategies across the Facilities Management CategoryEngage with the Facilities Management supplier landscapeStakeholder collaboration and partnering - increase engagement with the business, develop scope of worksMonitor and manage supplier performance across a portfolio of contracts, ensuring contract compliance and value delivery.Supplier risk mitigation activitiesSeek opportunities to reduce suppliers, leverage spend and increase efficienciesImprove use of data within the FM category - increase management information, utilise dashboards, trackers etc.Collaborate with Procurement Leadership, Sourcing Teams and Category