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Home · You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.  · Category Manager - Property & Capital Projects

Job summary

Are you an experienced procurement professional with a strong commercial background in property, estates, construction, or capital projects? Join Elysium Healthcare as the Category Manager - Property & Capital Projects to drive value, strengthen supplier performance, and support the successful delivery of our capital investment programme. In this role, you will lead procurement activity across a diverse portfolio of property and capital expenditure, including construction and refurbishment projects, planned capital works, furniture and equipment, professional consultancy services, and project management support. Working closely with Property, Estates, Finance, and Operational teams, you will develop category strategies and sourcing plans that maximise value, reduce risk, and support Elysium's growth ambitions. You will lead end-to-end procurement activities, from market engagement and tendering through to contract negotiation, supplier selection, and project mobilisation. Using your commercial expertise, you will establish robust supplier arrangements, negotiate favourable terms, and ensure procurement decisions are transparent, compliant, and aligned with project objectives. A key part of the role will be delivering measurable cost savings and cost avoidance through effective sourcing strategies, commercial negotiations, supplier consolidation, and value engineering opportunities. You will provide commercial input into business cases and investment decisions, ensuring projects deliver value for money while meeting quality, safety, and operational requirements.

Main duties of the job

The position of Category Manager - Property & Capital Projects at Elysium Healthcare calls for a skilled procurement expert with substantial commercial expertise in sectors such as property, estates, construction, or capital projects. The successful candidate will manage procurement activities across a range of property and capital expenditure areas, working closely with departments like Property, Estates, Finance, and Operations. Responsibilities include developing category strategies, sourcing plans, and overseeing the full procurement process, including market engagement, tendering, contract negotiation, and supplier selection. The role focuses on achieving cost savings, driving value, reducing risk, and supporting the company's growth objectives. The candidate will also engage in supplier and contract management to ensure project success. An annual salary of £60,000 is offered with various benefits such as comprehensive leave, career development opportunities, access to rewards platforms, wellbeing support, and a pension contribution. A fixed-term contract for 12 months is provided.

Details

  • Date posted: 02 November 2026
  • Closing date: 02 December 2026
  • Pay scheme: Other
  • Salary: £60,000 a year
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Working pattern: Full-time
  • Reference number: 1570808256
  • Job locations: Elysium Healthcare, Borehamwood, WD6 1JN, United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you an experienced procurement professional with a strong commercial background in property, estates, construction, or capital projects? Join Elysium Healthcare as the Category Manager - Property & Capital Projects to drive value, strengthen supplier performance, and support the successful delivery of our capital investment programme.

In this role, you will lead procurement activity across a diverse portfolio of property and capital expenditure, including construction and refurbishment projects, planned capital works, furniture and equipment, professional consultancy services, and project management support. Working closely with Property, Estates, Finance, and Operational teams, you will develop category strategies and sourcing plans that maximise value, reduce risk, and support Elysium's growth ambitions.

You will lead end-to-end procurement activities, from market engagement and tendering through to contract negotiation, supplier selection, and project mobilisation. Using your commercial expertise, you will establish robust supplier arrangements, negotiate favourable terms, and ensure procurement decisions are transparent, compliant, and aligned with project objectives.

A key part of the role will be delivering measurable cost savings and cost avoidance through effective sourcing strategies, commercial negotiations, supplier consolidation, and value engineering opportunities. You will provide commercial input into business cases and investment decisions, ensuring projects deliver value for money while meeting quality, safety, and operational requirements.

You will also play an important role in supplier and contract management, monitoring performance, resolving issues, and supporting the successful delivery of capital projects. By building strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers, you will help ensure projects remain on track, risks are effectively managed, and contractual commitments are met.

12 month fixed term contract.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead procurement category strategy and commercial governance across Property, Estates and Capital Projects expenditure.
  • Provide procurement and commercial support for construction, refurbishment and capital investment programmes from early planning through sourcing, contract award, mobilisation and supplier performance review.
  • Deliver measurable savings, cost avoidance and wider value while protecting quality, safety, programme and operational requirements.
  • Lead sourcing, contracting and supplier performance management for works, professional services and related capital categories.
  • Provide independent commercial challenge, transparent reporting and robust audit trails to support evidence-based procurement and investment decisions.

To be successful in this role:

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

  • Strong knowledge of procurement, category management, sourcing, and supplier management.
  • Commercially minded with excellent negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while delivering value and managing risk.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and present recommendations to senior stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of property, construction, estates, or capital projects procurement.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • MCIPS qualification and/or equivalent procurement experience desirable.

Experience

  • Proven experience in procurement or category management.
  • Experience leading tenders, sourcing activities, and commercial negotiations.
  • Track record of delivering cost savings and value improvement initiatives.
  • Experience managing supplier performance and contractual relationships.
  • Experience working with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
  • Experience within property, estates, construction, capital projects, or a similar environment.
  • Healthcare, FM, or regulated industry experience desirable.

Other Requirements

  • Degree-level qualification or equivalent relevant experience desirable.
  • Ability to travel to Elysium sites as required.
  • Ability to work independently and manage a varied portfolio of projects.

What You’ll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

  • Annual base salary of £60,000
  • The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
  • Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
  • Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
  • Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
  • Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
  • Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
  • 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
  • Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
  • Pension contribution, to help secure your future

About us:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. 

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. 

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential
  • A strong background in procurement, category management, sourcing, and supplier management is essential. The candidate should have excellent commercial, negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills. Experience in managing multiple projects and priorities is necessary, along with the ability to influence and communicate effectively. Knowledge of property, construction, estates, or capital projects procurement is needed. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, is required. While an MCIPS qualification and/or equivalent procurement experience is desirable, a degree-level qualification or equivalent relevant experience is preferred.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

About us

Elysium Healthcare is an organization with over 8,000 employees, offering varied opportunities for personal career development and mobility across their numerous services in England and Wales. The company provides specialized services covering areas such as Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities, Autism, Children, and Education. As part of Ramsay Health Care, a giant in the healthcare industry with a global workforce spanning 10 countries and over 86,000 employees, Elysium has a robust foundation and a broad reach in the healthcare sector. Furthermore, as a Disability Confident employer, they are committed to inclusivity and accessibility in recruitment. Elysium prioritizes the safety and welfare of service users throughout their staffing appointments, mandating that all staff members uphold these standards. With their expansive network and specialized care approach, Elysium Healthcare provides a solid and rewarding work environment for its staff.

Employer details

  • Employer name: Elysium Healthcare
  • Address: Elysium Healthcare, Borehamwood, WD6 1JN, United Kingdom
  • Employer's website: https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/