Interim Digital Category Manager - SC CLEARED
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A reputable public-sector organisation in Leeds City Centre is seeking an interim Digital Category Manager to support with digital procurement activity for a period of circa 3-6 months. This is a hands-on operational role focused on delivering compliant procurement activity across digital and IT categories.
The Digital Category Manager will be responsible for managing end‑to‑end procurement activity, with a strong emphasis on direct awards and framework call‑offs. The role is tactical in nature and will suit someone comfortable working at pace in a regulated public sector environment. Key responsibilities will include:
- Deliver digital and IT procurement activity in line with public sector regulations
- Manage direct awards and framework call‑offs (e.g. CCS and other relevant frameworks)
- Provide commercial and procurement advice to internal stakeholders
- Ensure value for money, compliance, and timely delivery of contracts
- Support ongoing category management activity as required
What you'll need to succeed
- Proven experience as a Digital / IT Category Manager within the public sector
- ACTIVE SECURITY CLEARANCE (SC) - ESSENTIAL
- Strong working knowledge of public sector frameworks and procurement regulations
- Experience delivering operational and tactical procurement activity
- Ability to work on-site in Leeds up to two days per week
What you'll get in return
- A day rate of between £500-550 per day inside IR35 (umbrella rate)
- Hybrid working role (2 days in the office)
- An initial contract of 3-6 months
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