ERP Commissioning & Procurement Transformation Lead

Connect2Dorset; Dorchester; Hybrid; GBP 96,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Connect2Dorset is recruiting on behalf of Dorset Council for a Commissioning & Procurement Transformation Lead to drive the ERP Transformation Programme, migrating from SAP to Oracle Fusion Cloud.

You will design and implement the new commissioning and procurement operating model, align processes, governance, data and technology, and deliver measurable benefits across the Council. Hybrid role requiring on-site attendance at Dorchester DT1 1XJ.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership in commissioning and procurement transformation in the public sector.
• Experience delivering large-scale operating models and process redesigns.
• Strong knowledge of commissioning lifecycle and procurement governance.
• ERP implementation experience, Oracle Fusion Cloud.
• Familiarity with Procurement Act 2023 and public sector regulations.
• Experience in SAP to Oracle Fusion migration.
• MCIPS or equivalent procurement qualification.

Responsibilities

• Lead the transformation of commissioning and procurement services aligned to Oracle Fusion Cloud.
• Design and implement a future operating model for commissioning, procurement and contract management.
• Redesign and standardise processes across commissioning, procurement and contract management.
• Ensure compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and governance requirements.
• Oversee Oracle Fusion Procurement, Sourcing, Contracts, Supplier Management and reporting.
• Lead data migration, testing, cutover and go-live readiness activities.
• Drive stakeholder engagement, training and adoption across Council services.
• Deliver measurable benefits including improved compliance and cost savings.
• Support integration of procurement with social care systems and wider council services.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Change management

Procurement transformation

Public sector experience

ERP migration

Oracle Fusion Cloud

Education

MCIPS or equivalent

Tools

Oracle Fusion Cloud

Job description

Commissioning & Procurement Transformation Lead

Dorset Council ERP Transformation Programme

Hybrid must be able to attend site (Dorchester DT1 1XJ)

Must have Local Government and Oracle Fusion experience.

600 a day

Ongoing assignment (18 months)

Outside IR35

About Connect2Dorset

Connect2Dorset is the managed service recruitment partner to Dorset Council, providing temporary, contract, and interim opportunities across the organisation. Built on values of being ethical, trustworthy, and caring, our profits are reinvested back into our Local Authority shareholders.

The Role

Dorset Council is seeking an experienced Commissioning & Procurement Transformation Lead to support its ERP Transformation Programme and migration from SAP to Oracle Fusion Cloud.

You will lead the design and implementation of a new commissioning and procurement operating model, ensuring processes, governance, technology, data and organisational design are aligned to deliver a modern, compliant and efficient service across the Council.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the transformation of commissioning and procurement services aligned to Oracle Fusion Cloud.
• Design and implement a future operating model incorporating strategic, tactical and operational procurement functions.
• Redesign and standardise commissioning, procurement and contract management processes.
• Ensure compliance with the Procurement Act 2023, financial regulations and governance requirements.
• Oversee Oracle Fusion Procurement, Sourcing, Contracts, Supplier Management and reporting capabilities.
• Lead data migration, testing, cutover and go-live readiness activities.
• Drive stakeholder engagement, training and adoption across Council services.
• Deliver measurable benefits including improved compliance, reduced maverick spend, process efficiencies and cost savings.
• Support the integration of procurement and commissioning processes with social care systems and wider council services.

Essential Experience

• Senior leadership experience in commissioning and procurement transformation within Local Government or the public sector.
• Proven experience delivering large-scale operating model and process redesign programmes.
• Strong understanding of the full commissioning lifecycle and procurement governance.
• Previous ERP implementation experience, particularly Oracle Fusion Cloud.
• Knowledge of Procurement Act 2023 and public sector procurement regulations.
• Experience engaging and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Strong change management and programme delivery skills.

• Experience of SAP to Oracle Fusion migration.
• Oracle Procurement Cloud, Enterprise Contracts and Sourcing expertise.
• MCIPS or equivalent procurement qualification.
• Experience within social care, health, children's services or public health commissioning.

A full job description is available on request.

Connect2Dorset

is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.