Interim Procurement Improvement Manager

Cardiff Temporary £550 - £600 per day View Job Description
A leading utilities organisation is seeking an experienced Procurement professional to provide interim maternity cover. This is a key role ensuring strong governance, robust supplier compliance, and effective procurement policy management across the function. We are looking for a contractor who can start quickly and operate confidently in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Interim Procurement Role with an Immediate Start
  • Hybrid Working - 2 days on-site in Cardiff

About Our Client

The organisation operates within the public sector, focusing on delivering essential services with a commitment to excellence. As a medium-sized entity, it values structured processes and efficient operations to achieve its goals.

Job Description



Governance Operations

  • Prepare and coordinate board and committee papers
  • Develop agendas, capture accurate minutes, and track actions
  • Maintain consistent governance processes and documentation
  • Support effective decision‑making across procurement leadership forums



Supplier Compliance

  • Lead supplier due‑diligence and ongoing compliance monitoring
  • Conduct ESG checks and track mandatory supplier requirements
  • Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date supplier data across the lifecycle
  • Strengthen supplier assurance processes across procurement



Policy & Change

  • Maintain procurement policies, procedures, Terms of Reference and templates
  • Update controls and documentation in line with best practice
  • Support the function to adopt and embed procedural or policy changes
  • Champion consistency and continuous improvement initiatives

The Successful Applicant

A successful Interim Procurement Improvement Manager should have:

    • Strong background in procurement governance, compliance or operations
    • Ability to step into a complex environment and add value immediately
    • Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder‑management skills
    • Experience within regulated or complex organisations (desirable)



What's on Offer

  • Competitive daily rate of £550, based on experience.
  • 6 month interim contract.
  • Based in Cardiff.
  • Immediate start.
  • Potential part-time option (4 days)
Contact
Eleanor Shanks
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6933119
Phone number
+441618286210

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Indirect Procurement
Sector
Public Sector
Location
Cardiff
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Eleanor Shanks
Consultant phone
+441618286210
Job reference
JN-012026-6933119