Head of Procurement

Lampton Group; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual pay reviews

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Free gym membership

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave

Pension scheme

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Lampton Group, based in London Borough of Hounslow, seeks a Head of Procurement to lead strategy, governance and commercial capability ensuring compliant, value-for-money outcomes across public-sector projects.

You will drive supplier and contract management, support CPD and Procurement Act 2023 training, and guide a high-performing team toward strategic goals while benefiting from the organization's pay reviews, holidays and wellbeing perks.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading procurement in a regulated public-sector environment.
• Expert knowledge of public procurement legislation including the Procurement Act 2023 and associated regulations; Practitioner level certification.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience of leading complex, high-value procurements.
• Understanding of contract law, negotiation, risk management and supplier markets.
• Strategic thinker with leadership, influencing and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication skills with senior stakeholders.
• Ability to balance compliance, innovation and pragmatic problem-solving.
• Significant senior-level procurement experience in a regulated or complex environment.
• Proven track record delivering value for money and improved commercial outcomes.
• Completion of or commitment to Procurement Act 2023 Practitioner-level certification for compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all procurement activity to ensure compliance and value for money.
• Develop and implement a forward-looking procurement strategy aligned to objectives.
• Provide expert commercial leadership with category management and market engagement.
• Lead, manage and develop the procurement team.
• Identify capability gaps and implement training pathways including CPD and Practitioner-level training.
• Act as senior advisor on procurement and commercial risk.
• Lead major procurements using appropriate sourcing strategies.
• Monitor performance metrics, savings, cycle times and resilience.
• Ensure compliance with Procurement Act 2023 and governance policies.
• Develop a robust contract management framework and KPIs.

Skills

Public sector procurement

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Leadership

Contract law knowledge

CIPS accreditation

Education

MCIPS (level 6) or equivalent

Procurement Act 2023 Practitioner Level Certification

Job description

Established for over a decade, Lampton Group is wholly owned by the London Borough of Hounslow. This means we operate a commercially minded business, with a public service ethos. We work in close partnership with the Borough to provide commercial, strategic and social value to the community; any profits we make are invested back into essential services and community projects. We have three operating arms - Lampton Homes, Lampton Leisure and Lampton Services – each exists to enhance the lives of residents and support the council in supplying essential services.

Why join Lampton Group?

• We offer annual pay reviews and incremental pay increases
• 24 days holiday allowance, plus bank holidays
• Free gym membership
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave and Pension Scheme
• Exclusive Discounts - save with Lampton Rewards and EE mobile offers
• Staff wellbeing perks - online GP access, EAP, health testing, flu Jabs, and eye care vouchers
• Sustainability Perks - cycle to work and electric car salary sacrifice scheme
• Career Growth – CPD training, structured development, and leadership opportunities

About the Role

As the Head of Procurement at Lampton Group, you will be responsible for shaping, leading and continuously improving the organisation’s procurement strategy, governance framework, and commercial capability. The role provides senior, strategic leadership and oversight for all procurement and commercial activity, ensuring that all processes are compliant, efficient and deliver value for money. This includes adherence to legal and regulatory requirements such as the Procurement Act 2023 [PA 23] and the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 [PCR 2015] and supporting the delivery of high-quality commercial outcomes. This role also drives robust risk management and enabling strong supplier and contract management across the organisation ensuring procurement contributes to organisational priorities and long‑term strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of all procurement activity, ensuring projects are compliant, commercially robust, and deliver measurable value for money.
• Develop and implement a forward‑looking procurement strategy aligned to organisational objectives and national policy priorities.
• Provide expert commercial leadership, ensuring robust planning and consistent application of procurement processes and methodologies including, category management, market engagement and innovation.
• Lead, manage and develop the procurement team to ensure a high-performing, forward-thinking commercial function.
• Identify capability gaps and implement training pathways, including support for CIPS accreditation and Procurement Act 2023 Practitioner-level training.
• Serve as the organisation’s senior advisor on procurement and commercial risk.
• Lead major and complex procurements including high‑value and strategic procurement exercises, ensuring the use of appropriate sourcing strategies and procedures.
• Monitor procurement performance metrics, savings delivery, cycle times, and supply chain resilience.
• Ensure all procurement activity complies with the Procurement Act 2023, organisational standing orders and audit requirements.
• Lead the development of a robust contract management framework and organisational capability.
• Provide strategic input into contract drafting, performance frameworks, KPIs, pricing mechanisms, and negotiation strategies.

Experience and Qualifications Required

• Extensive experience leading procurement in a regulated public‑sector environment.
• Expert knowledge of public procurement legislation, including the Procurement Act 2023 and associated regulations with minimum Procurement Act 2023 Practitioner Level Certification.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience of leading complex, high‑value procurements.
• Understanding of contract law, negotiation, risk management and supplier markets.
• Strategic thinker with strong leadership, influencing and decision‑making abilities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders.
• Ability to balance compliance, innovation, and pragmatic problem‑solving.
• Significant senior‑level procurement experience, within a regulated, public sector or complex environment.
• Demonstrated leadership of large‑scale commercial programmes and cross‑organisational procurement strategy.
• Proven track record of delivering value for money, efficiencies and improved commercial outcomes.
• Completion of, or commitment to, the Procurement Act 2023 Practitioner‑level certification for statutory compliance.
• Strong Leadership skills and experience in managing and developing a high performing procurement team.
• MCIPS (level 6/full membership) or equivalent professional qualification.

Due to the needs of the business and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the heart of what we value as an organisation. Lampton Group is an equal opportunities employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other status protected by law. Our recruitment team are happy to support with any reasonable adjustments that are needed within the recruitment process.