Assistant Procurement Manager (Tenders)

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Tees Valley is seeking an Assistant Procurement Manager to oversee procurement activities and manage a team of Procurement Officers. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and knowledge of public procurement legislation. The role offers a competitive salary, generous leave, and flexible working options, including a newly redeveloped office environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Flexible working options

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement management.
• Ability to lead a team effectively.
• Understanding of procurement regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement activity across the Council.
• Manage a team of six Procurement Officers.
• Ensure teams deliver on contracts for the borough.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team leadership

Knowledge of Public Procurement legislation

Relationship building

Job description

Overview

Public Contract Regulations 2015, Procurement Act 2023 – are you up to speed? Are you a strong communicator, able to develop positive relationships and lead a team of professional Procurement Officers?

We are delighted to be recruiting for an Assistant Procurement Manager (Tenders) to join our forward thinking, motivated and well-respected Procurement Team. You will be responsible for undertaking and overseeing procurement activity across the Council and managing a team of six Procurement Officers. You will need to be fully conversant with Public Procurement legislation and able to provide training and support to the team and across the wider Council in relation to this.

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council spends around £215 million per year buying a diverse range of goods, works and services to deliver the ambitious plans we have for our borough and its residents. We have circa 500 live contracts on our contract register and you will work closely with officers across the council to ensure the team is on track with the delivery of this work programme and that the register is always up to date. You will also work closely with the Assistant Procurement Manager (Contract Management) to ensure that contract management plans are in place which will assist in effective running of the contracts arranged by your team.

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work.

Benefits

We offer an excellent total reward package, including:

• A competitive salary starting at £48,226 and progressing up to £50,269
• 27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years’ service (plus bank holidays). Ability to purchase additional leave is also available.
• Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement.
• Access to a number of other employee benefits including learning & development opportunities, a car lease scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services.

And that’s not all – you can also work flexibly where you can work part of your week at home. When not at home you will be based in our newly redeveloped Stockton waterfront offices with onsite parking, café, accessible from major transport networks and just a short walk from Thornaby train station.

How to apply / Further information

For more information about working for Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, please visit the Careers section on our website: the Careers section of our site. Take a look at the attached job description and career development guide for more information on the role. If you aren’t sure if you have the right skills and experience and want to have a chat with the manager of the team, then please get in touch with Angela Miles on 01642 526180 or via email [e-mail].

We are intending to interview on Monday 20th / Tuesday 21st October and you will receive notification through North East Jobs if you have been shortlisted.

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