Category Manager - Soft FM

We're Hiring: Category Manager – Soft FM London | Full-Time Are you a strategic procurement leader ready to take ownership of Soft FM categories across a complex, high-impact environment? We’re looking for a Category Manager with Soft FM expertise to lead supplier performance, contract compliance, and continuous improvement across a diverse portfolio that could include cleaning, catering, waste, security, and support services. What You’ll Be Doing: Lead supplier performance management through robust scorecards and governance Build strong relationships with stakeholders to align priorities and drive value Own contract management and SRM responsibilities post-award Ensure legal and regulatory compliance across the Soft FM supply chain Deliver supplier rationalisation and cost optimisation initiatives Benchmark market performance to ensure competitiveness and best value Provide subject matter expertise and day-to-day procurement leadership ✅ You’ll Bring: 3–5 years’ experience in contract/supplier management, ideally in FM/services Strong commercial acumen and ability to influence at all levels Proven ability to develop and implement category strategies with measurable benefits Degree-qualified, with excellent project/program management skills Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills Confident and credible, with a collaborative and proactive mindset Desirable: Experience working cross-functionally with legal, procurement, and HR Advanced influencing and decision-making skills Strong analytical capability and an eye for optimisation opportunities Our client champions inclusion, equality, and wellbeing — and we’re looking for someone who leads by example in promoting a positive Health & Safety culture and professional excellence. If you’re ready to make a strategic impact in Soft FM procurement, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or reach out for a confidential conversation. SoftFM CategoryManager ProcurementJobs FacilitiesManagement SupplierPerformance StrategicSourcing SRM FMJobs HiringNow LeadershipInProcurement

Location: City of London, London, GB

Posted Date: 7/13/2025