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The Senior Procurement Manager - generalist, you will oversee procurement processes, ensuring efficient sourcing and supplier management. This role is based in Woking and requires expertise in procurement and supply chain management Client Details This role is within a prominent organisation which is growing its offering. As a large organisation, they are focused on delivering excellence in their services and maintaining strong supplier relationships. Description As a Senior Category Manager - Indirects (Non-IT) you will lead strategic sourcing and category management across a diverse indirect spend portfolio valued at approximately £80m. Categories in scope include professional services, facilities management, marketing services, travel, HR services, and GNFR. This is a high-impact role within a multi-site organisation, responsible for delivering cost efficiencies, improving supplier performance, and supporting operational excellence through strong category strategies and stakeholder engagement. Key Responsibilities · Category Strategy & Sourcing · Develop and execute category strategies that deliver cost savings, service improvements, and risk mitigation. · Lead full lifecycle sourcing activities including market analysis, RFI/RFP, evaluation, negotiation, and award. · Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders across operations, finance, legal, HR, and senior leadership. · Align procurement activity with business needs and long-term strategic priorities. · Manage supplier relationships, KPIs, and performance frameworks. · Negotiate and oversee contracts to secure favourable commercial and risk-managed outcomes. · Monitor category spend and identify cost-saving opportunities. · Ensure full compliance with procurement governance and regulatory requirements. · Identify and address category-specific risks ac