An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Procurement professional to join a leading organisation within the life sciences sector. This strategic procurement role offers the chance to shape category strategies, influence senior stakeholders, and deliver commercial value across a diverse portfolio of goods, services, and works.Working within a complex and innovative environment, you will play a key role in driving procurement excellence, sustainability, supplier performance, and value-for-money outcomes.Your new roleIn this role you will lead the development and delivery of category strategies that align with organisational objectives and support long-term operational and commercial success. Key responsibilities include:Developing and implementing category and sourcing strategies across assigned spend areasManaging high-value and complex procurement projects from market engagement through to contract awardBuilding strong relationships with stakeholders to understand business requirements and provide strategic procurement adviceConducting market analysis to identify opportunities, risks, innovation, and cost efficienciesManaging supplier relationships to maximise value, performance, and sustainability outcomesLeading strategic sourcing, tendering, and contract negotiation activitiesDriving continuous improvement initiatives and procurement best practiceEnsuring compliance with public sector procurement regulations and internal governance requirementsDelivering ..... full job details .....