Strategic Procurement Manager

Senior Procurement Manager – 5 Month Contract Location: Surrey Rate: £500.00 per day (Umbrella) Contract: 5 Month Contract IR35: Outside IR35 Pay: Bi-Weekly Summary We are seeking a seasoned Senior Procurement Manager to join our team on a 5-month contract, focusing on a major public sector procurement initiative. This role involves spearheading the development and execution of intricate procurement and commercial projects within high-value spending categories.

Positioned within the Resources Directorate, you will craft procurement strategies, oversee significant tender processes, and offer commercial guidance to senior stakeholders, all while ensuring adherence to procurement laws and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Spearhead complex procurement initiatives from strategic planning to contract finalization. Formulate and implement category and procurement strategies. Oversee major contracts and procurements ranging from £50m to £100m+. Provide strategic advice to senior stakeholders on market approaches and commercial solutions. Lead the tendering, evaluation, and contract award processes.

Ensure adherence to procurement legislation and internal governance standards. Achieve value for money, cost savings, and social value outcomes. Manage and mentor a small procurement team. Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and partner organizations. Support change management, transformation, and continuous improvement efforts.

Essential Requirements Requirements: Extensive senior procurement experience in either the public or private sector. In-depth knowledge of: Public Procurement Regulations Category Management Commercial Contracting Procurement Best Practices Proven track record in leading high-value and complex procurement projects. Strong commercial acumen and stakeholder management capabilities.

Experience in developing procurement strategies and business cases. Ability to influence senior leaders and achieve strategic objectives. CIPS Level 5 qualification or equivalent experience. Desirable Previous experience in local authority or public sector procurement. Experience in managing procurement teams. Experience with large-scale collaborative procurement programs.

Understanding of political and governance environments. What's on Offer? £500.00 per day (Umbrella) 5 Month Contract Outside IR35 Bi-Weekly Pay Opportunity to lead high-value strategic procurement projects. Senior-level role with substantial commercial influence. Exposure to major contracts and collaborative partnerships.

Supportive and cooperative procurement environment. Suitable for: Senior Procurement Managers, Procurement Business Partners, Category Managers, Strategic Procurement Leads, Commercial Managers, Procurement Consultants, and Head of Procurement-level professionals.