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Procurement Manager

Sheffield Interim £51,357 - £54,495 per year View Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to lead procurement projects, supplier engagement and contract negotiations, ensuring compliance, value for money and best practice. The role will support strategic programmes through effective tender management, procurement pipeline development, supplier relationship management and commercial decision-making.
  • 6 month fixed-term contract paying up to £54,495 per annum.
  • Hybrid working in Sheffield Centre 3 days per week with a public sector body.

About Our Client

This role is supporting a large public sector body while they go through some exciting changes and transformations, based within the centre of Sheffield.

Job Description

  • Lead end-to-end procurement activity, including tendering, evaluation and contract award processes.
  • Manage supplier engagement and develop effective supplier relationship management practices.
  • Negotiate contracts, variations, extensions and closures with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Develop and manage the procurement pipeline, using spend analysis and MI to identify commercial opportunities.
  • Ensure compliance with procurement legislation, policies and financial regulations while delivering value for money.
  • Collaborate with legal, contract and programme teams to support strategic business objectives and major project.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate will have the following:

  • Proven experience managing end-to-end procurement and large-scale tender exercises within a public sector environment.
  • Strong knowledge of procurement legislation, contract management and public sector procurement regulations.
  • Experience drafting tender documentation, contracts and procurement procedures.
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders and provide clear commercial advice.
  • Strong commercial acumen, analytical skills and the ability to identify value-for-money opportunities.
  • Confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, with strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience building effective supplier relationships and driving continuous improvement across procurement activities.

What's on Offer

A salary from £51,357 to £54,495 depending on level of experience, and a 6 month fixed-term contract within public sector in Sheffield City Centre. Hybrid working with 3 days per week required on site.

Contact
Ashton Naar
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7065217
Phone number
+441132437744

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Indirect Procurement
Sector
Public Sector
Where
Sheffield
Contract type
Interim
Consultant name
Ashton Naar
Consultant phone
+441132437744
Job reference
JN-072026-7065217