Description
We are seeking an experienced procurement professional with a strong commercial background in property, estates, construction, or capital projects to join Elysium Healthcare as the Category Manager - Property & Capital Projects.
The successful candidate will lead procurement activity across a diverse portfolio of property and capital expenditure, including construction and refurbishment projects, planned capital works, furniture and equipment, professional consultancy services, and project management support.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading procurement category strategy and commercial governance across Property, Estates and Capital Projects expenditure
- Providing procurement and commercial support for construction, refurbishment and capital investment programmes from early planning through sourcing, contract award, mobilisation and supplier performance review
- Delivering measurable savings, cost avoidance and wider value while protecting quality, safety, programme and operational requirements
- Leading sourcing, contracting and supplier performance management for works, professional services and related capital categories
- Providing independent commercial challenge, transparent reporting and robust audit trails to support evidence-based procurement and investment decisions
Requirements:
- Strong knowledge of procurement, category management, sourcing, and supplier management
- Commercially minded with excellent negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while delivering value and managing risk
- Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and present recommendations to senior stakeholders
- Knowledge of property, construction, estates, or capital projects procurement
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- MCIPS qualification and/or equivalent procurement experience desirable
Benefits:
- Annual base salary of £60,000
- The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave
- Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
- Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate
- Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Access to Blue Light Card
- Life Assurance
- Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it
- 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion
- Enhanced Maternity Package
- Pension contribution