Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsInterim Procurement Manager role based in ManchesterImmediate start, Hybrid workingAbout Our ClientThis not-for-profit organisation, focusing on delivering impactful services to communities.Job DescriptionKey responsibilities include: Sourcing Strategy: Shape and lead the sourcing strategy and route‑to‑market for the ERP solution and implementation partner, ensuring compliance with public procurement regulations.Requirements & Specification: Support workshops and challenge business, functional, and non‑functional requirements, converting these into clear, testable tender documentation.Tender Pack Development: Own the development of all procurement materials, including ITT documents, specifications, evaluation methodology, scoring models, and pricing/commercial schedules.Tender Management: Run the end‑to‑end tender process-supplier communications, responses, clarifications, governance checkpoints, and timetable management.Evaluation & Moderation: Lead structured evaluation of written submissions, demos, and commercial proposals; facilitate fair and auditable scoring sessions.Commercial Assessment: Analyse total cost of ownership, licensing models, implementation proposals, and risk areas to drive commercial value.Negotiation: Lead commercial negotiations and work closely with Legal on key contractual positions.Governance & Award: Prepare award recommendations and papers for senior governance forums and Board‑level approval.The Successful ApplicantA successful Interim Procurement Manager should have:7-10+ years of procurement experience delivering complex IT or ERP procurement's.A proven track record of managing high‑value, multi‑stage ERP or enterprise system procurement to successful contract award.Strong capability in tender design, evaluation frameworks, and structured assessment methodologies.Excellent commercial and financial acumen, with experience challenging supplier pricing models and assessing total cost of ownership.What's on Offer£500 - £600 per day dependant on ERP experience.Opportunity to work within the not-for-profit sector and make a meaningful impact.Interim role for 9 months.ContactEleanor ShanksQuote job refJN-032026-6973545Phone number+441618286210Job summaryJob functionProcurement & Supply ChainSubsectorIndirect ProcurementSectorPublic SectorLocationManchesterContract typeTemporaryConsultant nameEleanor ShanksConsultant phone+441618286210Job referenceJN-032026-6973545
