Job Title: Procurement Category Manager - Adult and Children''s ServicesAdecco are recruiting on behalf of London Borough of Barking and Dagenham for an experienced Procurement Category Manager to join their Corporate Procurement team, supporting Adult and Children''s Services.Contract Details:Rate: 500 to 550 per day (Umbrella)Contract: Temporary (3 months initially, with potential extension)Hours: Full time, Monday to FridayLocation: Barking Town HallWorking Pattern: Hybrid (2-3 days per week office-based)About the Role: This is a key strategic procurement role focused on supporting Adult and Children''s Services. You will lead category-based procurement activity across care and support services, ensuring compliant, high-quality, and value-driven outcomes that directly impact vulnerable residents.You will act as a procurement subject matter expert, working closely with commissioners and service leads to develop and deliver category strategies aligned with service priorities.Key Responsibilities:Develop and maintain procurement forward plans across Adult and Children''s Services categoriesLead end-to-end procurement exercises in line with UK procurement legislation and Council Contract RulesDevelop and implement category strategies that deliver value for money, quality services, and social valueWork in partnership with commissioners to ensure services meet operational and statutory requirementsBuild and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and providers across the