Head Of Procurement

Rochdale Boroughwide Housing; Rochdale; In loco; GBP 68.000 - 83.000; Tempo pieno

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Rochdale Boroughwide Housing invites applications for Head of Procurement to lead a strategic, value-driven procurement function across the organisation.

You will set the direction for procurement, develop policies and frameworks, and act as the lead expert influencing senior leaders and the board. The role requires collaboration, accountability and a track record of delivering measurable improvements in value for money.

Competenze

• Experience leading procurement functions in a complex public sector or social housing organisation.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing procurement strategies delivering measurable outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of public procurement legislation and best practice.
• Experience leading major procurement projects and complex tenders.
• Demonstrated success in delivering value for money and service improvements.

Mansioni

• Lead and develop a high-performing procurement function delivering compliant, value-driven services across RBH.
• Set strategic direction for procurement aligned with organisational priorities.
• Develop procurement strategies, policies and governance to maximise value and compliance.
• Advise senior leaders on complex commercial and procurement issues.

Conoscenze

Public sector procurement

Senior leadership

Stakeholder management

Procurement strategy

Contract negotiation

Governance and compliance

Strategic sourcing

Team development

Risk management

Value for money

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Head of Procurement

Rochdale

£75,000

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 36.25 hours per week

Are you a strategic procurement leader with the vision, influence and expertise to shape the future of procurement across a major social housing organisation?

Rochdale Boroughwide Housing (RBH) is seeking an exceptional Head of Procurement to lead and transform our procurement function.

This is a high-profile leadership role with significant organisational influence, responsible for delivering a strategic, compliant and value-driven procurement service across RBH. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance and Procurement, you will play a critical role in ensuring procurement delivers outstanding value for money, supports organisational priorities and contributes to better outcomes for our customers and communities.

About the Role

As Head of Procurement , you will lead the Procurement Team and set the strategic direction for procurement across RBH. You will be responsible for developing procurement strategies, policies and frameworks that ensure compliance, maximise value and support the delivery of organisational objectives.

Working closely with the Executive Leadership Team, Senior Leadership Team, Board members and colleagues across the business, you will act as the organisation's lead procurement expert, influencing decision-making and ensuring procurement is recognised as a strategic enabler of business success.

As a visible organisational leader, you will champion collaboration, accountability and high performance, while representing RBH externally with partners, suppliers and key stakeholders.

Candidates are expected to regularly commute to Rochdale, as the role will require regular attendance at our Rochdale Head Office and may also involve travel within the Rochdale Borough.

What are some of your key responsibilities?

• Leading and developing a high-performing procurement function that delivers an effective, compliant and customer-focused service across RBH.
• Setting and delivering the strategic direction for procurement, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and objectives.
• Developing and implementing procurement strategies, policies, procedures and guidance that support best practice and legislative compliance.
• Acting as the organisation's lead expert on procurement matters, advising senior leaders on complex commercial, contractual and procurement issues.
• Leading major procurement and tendering projects across a diverse portfolio of goods, services and works contracts.
• Leading, supporting, motivating and developing the Procurement Team, creating a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and professional excellence.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant procurement legislation and governance requirements.
• Driving value for money through strategic sourcing, robust supplier management and commercial innovation.
• Embedding strong contract management and supplier performance frameworks across the organisation.

About You

You will be an accomplished procurement leader with substantial experience operating at a senior level within a complex organisation.

You will have a proven track record of leading procurement functions, influencing senior stakeholders and delivering transformational change. Equally comfortable operating strategically and operationally, you will combine technical procurement expertise with outstanding leadership and relationship-building skills.

You will be commercially minded, politically aware and confident in providing expert advice on high-value, high-risk and business-critical procurement activities.

You Will Have:

• Significant experience leading a professional procurement function within a complex public sector or social housing sector organisation.
• Extensive experience developing and implementing procurement strategies that deliver measurable business outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of public procurement legislation and procurement best practice.
• Experience leading major procurement projects and complex tender exercises.
• Demonstrable success in delivering value for money, efficiencies and service improvements through procurement activity.
• Experience establishing and embedding effective contract management and supplier performance frameworks.
• Strong commercial acumen and contract negotiation skills.
• Experience advising and influencing senior leaders, executives and boards.
• A proven ability to lead, inspire and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build credibility and influence at all levels.
• Experience managing procurement risks and developing robust governance arrangements.
• A strong understanding of social value, sustainability and responsible procurement principles.
• Excellent report writing, presentation and communication skills.
• The ability to build productive partnerships internally and externally and represent RBH with confidence and credibil