Head of Category | Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust

NWL Procurement Services (“NWL PS”) is part of Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust, and provides procurement and supply chain management services across all members (“NWL Members”).

The Head of Category is a pivotal role responsible for leading the procurement of goods and services across Managed Services, ensuring value delivery and strategic alignment. This role includes line management of a Category Manager and oversight of the development, implementation and maintenance of the Category Strategy, Category Plan and Commercial Strategy. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, strategic insight and collaborative skills to drive outcomes that support the organisation’s objectives.

• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the Category Strategy, collaborating closely with the Category Director and engaging with senior stakeholders across NHS and government bodies to understand their requirements.
• Work in partnership with Deliver and Enable colleagues to review and enhance the Category Strategy, ensuring alignment with NWL PS strategy and wider corporate objectives.
• Support the full commercial lifecycle, including the development of Category policies and strategies, while maintaining a deep understanding of NWL Member requirements.
• Analyse the supplier and market landscape to provide timely, practical and insightful guidance, advice and support to internal teams and stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, inclusivity and innovation within the team, supporting professional development and promoting diverse perspectives in decision-making.

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life’s most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trust’s values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

This advert closes on Thursday 28 May 2026