Interim Procurement Manager

Portfolio Procurement; England; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Procurement Manager on a fully remote basis for an initial 3-month contract. The ideal candidate will have extensive procurement experience in Engineering Maintenance, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to manage procurement projects from strategy to delivery. This role involves driving cost-saving initiatives and ensuring compliance with procurement regulations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement from within Infrastructure, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Strong track record of managing procurement projects from start to finish.
• Understanding of public/private sector procurement regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute procurement strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Manage supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and improvements in supply chain.

Skills

Procurement and supply chain management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

MCIPS qualification

Tools

Procurement systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our leading client to recruit for an Interim Procurement Manager on an initial 3-month contract. This role will be fully remote

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute procurement strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Manage supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management processes.
• Support business units in identifying procurement needs and developing sourcing solutions.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and process improvements within the supply chain.
• Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and external regulations.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage risks across the supply chain.
• Provide strategic advice and reporting on procurement activities and market trends.

Requirements

• Proven experience in procurement and supply chain management from within either a Infrastructure, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Maintenance background.
• Strong track record of managing procurement projects from strategy to delivery.
• Excellent negotiation, stakeholder management, and analytical skills.
• Understanding of public and / or private sector procurement regulations and best practices.
• Ability to work autonomously and travel as needed to Stevenage and Southampton.
• MCIPS qualification (preferred).
• Proficiency in procurement systems and Microsoft Office Suite