Procurement Manager

Civic Recruitment Limited; Shire Of Northampton; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting for a 3 month contract with a Local Authority in Northampton. The role focuses on strategic procurement advice and end-to-end procurement support across council services, ensuring value for money and compliance with UK procurement law.

You will lead complex procurement projects, develop commercial strategies, and build strong relationships with stakeholders to achieve effective service outcomes.

Qualifications

• Degree and MCIPS membership or working towards membership.
• Extensive experience in complex public sector procurement.
• Strong knowledge of UK Public Contracts Regulations 2015.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic procurement advice for projects over £100,000.
• Lead full procurement lifecycle: planning, tender, evaluation and contract management.
• Develop strategies delivering value for money and reducing risk.
• Ensure compliance with UK procurement legislation and council policies.
• Advise senior managers on procurement strategy and contract risk.
• Prepare tender docs, evaluation criteria and project plans.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and partners.
• Monitor markets, identify opportunities for innovation and competition.
• Support social value objectives and governance requirements.
• Promote continuous improvement through market research and Office 365 usage.

Skills

MCIPS

Public sector procurement

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Lifecycle management

UK procurement laws

Education

Degree in a relevant field

MCIPS membership

Tools

Office 365

e-procurement systems

Job description

Northampton, United Kingdom | Posted on 28/07/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation.  That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints.

Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries.

These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well‑positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

3 Month Contract With A Local Authority

Job Purpose

Provide strategic procurement advice and end-to-end procurement support across Council services, ensuring procurement activities deliver value for money, comply with UK procurement legislation and align with the Council's corporate objectives. Lead complex procurement projects, develop commercial strategies and build strong relationships with stakeholders to achieve effective service outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic procurement advice and support for complex procurement projects and programmes valued over £100,000.
• Lead the full procurement lifecycle, including procurement planning, tender development, evaluation, contract award and commercial contract management.
• Develop procurement strategies that deliver value for money, reduce risk and support service transformation and innovation.
• Ensure all procurement activity complies with UK procurement legislation, Public Contracts Regulations, Procurement Act requirements, Council policies and best practice.
• Advise senior managers and directors on procurement strategy, commercial risks and contract management.
• Develop tender documentation, evaluation criteria and procurement project plans, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and external partners to identify future procurement needs.
• Monitor supply markets, identify opportunities for innovation and supplier development, and implement procurement strategies that maximise competition and commercial value.
• Support the Council's social value objectives and procurement governance requirements, including contract registers and committee reporting.
• Promote continuous improvement through market research, benchmarking and the effective use of procurement systems and Office 365 applications.

Requirements

• Degree and/or full membership (or working towards membership) of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (MCIPS).
• Extensive experience managing complex public sector procurement projects and delivering end-to-end procurement activities.
• Strong knowledge of UK public procurement legislation, including the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and the Procurement Act.
• Experience developing procurement strategies, tender documentation and evaluation methodologies.
• Excellent commercial awareness, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and manage multiple competing priorities.
• Experience using e-procurement systems and contract management tools.
• Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications.

Additional Information

• Location: Northampton NN1 1ED (office attendance 1 day a week)