Interim Procurement Manager

Manchester Temporary £500 - £550 per day View Job Description
We are seeking a seasoned Procurement Professional with extensive experience in indirect categories to support a high-profile public sector programme. This interim role will contribute to strategic procurement activities across a range of services including Facilities Management, Technology, and Marketing.
  • Interim 12 month contract
  • Hybrid working, Manchester

About Our Client

This is an opportunity to work for a public sector organisation operating within the transport industry.

Job Description

  • Lead and deliver procurement activities in line with internal governance and the Procurement Act 2023
  • Develop and implement procurement strategies that drive value for money
  • Manage procurement processes across frameworks and open market routes
  • Collaborate within multi-disciplinary teams across organisations to deliver key outputs
  • Identify and escalate risks or issues that may impact successful procurement delivery



The Successful Applicant

A successful Interim Procurement Manager should have:

  • Minimum 5 years public sector procurement experience
  • Proven track record in managing complex, time-sensitive procurement projects
  • Strong understanding of the full procurement lifecycle and public procurement regulations
  • Skilled in drafting procurement documentation, ITTs, evaluation processes, and supplier recommendations
  • In-depth knowledge of contract law and risk analysis
  • Ability to embed quickly into teams and manage fluctuating workloads independently
  • Passionate, driven, and able to meet challenging deadlines

What's on Offer

What's on offer:

  • Central Manchester (Hybrid - minimum 2 days/week in office)
  • 12 month duration
  • £550 per day



Contact
Eleanor Shanks
Quote job ref
JN-102025-6858093
Phone number
+441618286210

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Indirect Procurement
Sector
Public Sector
Location
Manchester
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Eleanor Shanks
Consultant phone
+441618286210
Job reference
JN-102025-6858093