Category Analyst

Contract and pay

• Permanent position.
• Grade C salary of £35,412 to £44,075.
• Working hours are 36.5 hours per week.

About the role

Responsibilities

• Assist with category management and procurement strategies aligned with organisational priorities.
• Support procurement and tendering activity while ensuring governance and best-practice compliance.
• Analyse supplier, market, and spend data for category planning, contract performance, and risk management.
• Build internal stakeholder relationships and support sourcing decisions.
• Develop guidance, toolkits, and briefing materials for consistent procurement practices.
• Support procurement systems and technology to improve efficiency, accessibility, and decision-making.
• Maintain procurement records and documentation for governance, audit, and assurance.

About you

• Experience supporting category management, procurement, or commercial activities in a regulated or governance-led environment.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, tendering, contract management, and value-for-money principles.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience using procurement systems and technology for delivery and reporting.
• Understanding of procurement governance, ethical procurement, and commercial best practice.
• Willingness to work towards a Level 4 CIPS Diploma.

Working arrangements

• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities are available where service needs allow.

Benefits

• The role offers ongoing learning and development, including support towards professional procurement qualifications.
• Benefits include a Local Government Pension Scheme, annual leave, and employee wellbeing initiatives.