• The Senior Category Manager (People) will lead and deliver procurement activity across Adults’ and Children’s Social Care services within Dudley Council.

• The role involves managing tenders and mini-competitions, supporting the achievement of cashable and non-cashable savings, and ensuring all procurement processes are compliant, efficient and value-driven.

• The post-holder will contribute to the Forward Procurement Plan, maintain accurate contract records, and support the development of innovative procurement approaches.

• Lead and deliver end-to-end procurement activity, including tenders and mini-competitions via frameworks.

• Support the delivery of savings, efficiencies and value-for-money outcomes across People-related services.

• Ensure all awarded contracts are recorded accurately on the Contract Register and stored electronically.

• Contribute to the development and delivery of the Forward Procurement Plan.

• Prepare Procurement Plans for all procurement activity and ensure compliance with legislation, internal policies and procurement best practice.

• Support the exploration and implementation of innovative procurement procedures.

• Engage and collaborate with service leads, stakeholders and suppliers across Adults’ and Children’s Social Care.

• Provide professional procurement advice to ensure best value for Dudley residents.

• Essential public sector procurement experience, specifically within Local Authorities.

• Experience in Adults’ and Children’s Social Care procurement.

• Strong understanding of frameworks, tendering processes and procurement legislation.

• Ability to deliver cashable and non-cashable savings.

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

• Strong contract management and record-keeping skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple procurement projects.

• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.

• Knowledge of innovative procurement methods and best practice.

• The closing date: 07/12/2025.

• This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week on site in Dudley.

• Location: Dudley – hybrid working (3 days on site).