Assistant Procurement Manager

JR United Kingdom; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement consortium in the UK is seeking an Assistant Procurement Manager to join their expanding team. The role supports key procurement activities and offers opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment. This position is suitable for those looking to enhance their procurement skills while delivering value to housing associations and local councils.

Benefits

25 days holiday (increasing to 30)

Private healthcare

Strong benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement or a similar role.
• Knowledge of DPS and e-procurement platforms.
• Understanding of public sector regulations (PCR 2015).

Responsibilities

• Support framework mini-competitions and direct contract awards.
• Ensure compliance with public contract regulations.
• Develop relationships with internal teams and external clients.

Skills

Procurement expertise

Knowledge of DPS

E-procurement platforms

Understanding of public sector regulations

Proactive attitude

Time management

Job description

Sector: Housing / Public Sector

Location: Birmingham / Hybrid

Salary & Package: £40,000 + 25 days holiday (increasing to 30) + private healthcare + an additional strong benefits package!

Sea Global is proud to partner with one of the UK’s most respected procurement consortiums and framework providers, delivering value and cost savings for housing associations and local councils through smart procurement practices.

Supported by a successful growth of this procurement team, everyone placed has thrived, reflecting the culture, leadership, and progression opportunities.

Due to expansion, the team seeks an Assistant Procurement Manager to join their collaborative and forward-thinking team.

This role is ideal for someone looking to build on procurement foundations and grow within a supportive, well-established team.

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Key Responsibilities

• Support framework mini-competitions, direct contract awards, and DPS tenders
• Ensure contracts are compliant with public contract regulations and meet members' needs
• Collaborate with the Procurement Manager on new contracts, mini-competitions, and direct awards
• Develop relationships with internal teams and external clients

Experience & Requirements

• Experience in procurement or a similar role, ready to advance
• Knowledge of DPS, e-procurement platforms, and frameworks
• Experience with public sector regulations (PCR 2015/Procurement Act)
• Proactive attitude, eager to learn and develop
• Strong work ethic with ability to manage multiple priorities