Category Lead- Adults and Children's Social Care

4730493
  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    Birmingham
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Procurement
  • Industry

    Government & Public Services
  • Pay

    Up to £550 per day

Category Lead, Head of Category, Procurement Lead, Adults and Children's Social Care, Interim, £550 per day

Interim Head of Category – Adults & Children’s Services, Health & Social Care
Location: West Midlands (Hybrid – minimum 2 days/week on-site)
Day Rate: £550/day
Start Date: ASAP

One of my Midlands-based public sector clients is recruiting an Interim Head of Category to lead procurement across Adults & Children’s Services and Health & Social Care. This role is pivotal in supporting service delivery and transformation across critical care sectors.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead procurement strategy and delivery across health and social care categories, ensuring compliance with PA23 and PSR.
  • Provide leadership to a small team, ensuring continuity of service and adapting to organisational change.
  • Engage confidently with stakeholders to build trust and deliver consistent, high-quality procurement advice.
  • Ensure robust governance and planning processes are in place to support procurement activity.
  • Align category strategies with Council objectives and regulatory requirements.

Skills & Experience Required:
  • Strong experience in procurement within: Adults & Children’s Services and Health & Social Care
  • In-depth knowledge of public sector procurement regulations, including PA23 (completion of 10-module training essential), and PSR.
  • Proven leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Ability to manage change and deliver outcomes in a complex, evolving environment.

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