Interim Procurement Manager

Michael Page; Greater London; On-site; GBP 92,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Interim Procurement Manager for a London-based not-for-profit to lead procurement on a major digital transformation. You will negotiate MSAs and SoWs, manage strategic technology suppliers, and drive end-to-end sourcing to support system integration.

You will provide commercial guidance to Technology, Transformation, Legal, Finance and Operations teams and identify cost-saving opportunities while ensuring project delivery and governance.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Procurement, Commercial, or Contracts Management.
• DDaT, Technology, or IT procurement background.
• Experience supporting digital transformation or system implementation programmes.
• Strong contract negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Experience managing MSAs, SoWs, and contract variations.
• CIPS qualification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activity across a major digital transformation programme.
• Negotiate and manage technology contracts including MSAs and SoWs.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships and drive supplier performance.
• Support integration of core business systems and act as commercial lead for procurement.
• Deliver end-to-end sourcing: market engagement, tendering, evaluation, award, mobilisation.
• Provide commercial advice to stakeholders across Technology, Transformation, Legal, Finance and Operations.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and risk mitigation.
• Lead procurement processes and ensure successful delivery outcomes.

Skills

Procurement

Commercial

Contracts Management

DDaT/IT procurement

Education

CIPS qualification

Tools

Master Service Agreements

Statements of Work

Job description

Interim Procurement Manager required to support a major digital transformation programme for a London based not-for-profit organisation. The successful candidate will have strong DDaT, technology and digital procurement experience, with a proven track record of negotiating complex contracts, managing strategic suppliers, and supporting the integration of core systems and platforms.

Client Details

This role is within the not-for-profit space based in London.

Description

• Lead procurement activity across a major digital transformation programme, ensuring commercial objectives are aligned with business outcomes.
• Negotiate and manage complex technology contracts, including Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SoWs), and contract variations.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships and drive supplier performance across key technology and digital partners.
• Support the integration and implementation of core business systems, acting as the commercial lead for procurement activities.
• Deliver end-to-end sourcing exercises, including market engagement, tendering, supplier evaluation, contract award, and mobilisation.
• Provide commercial advice and support to stakeholders across Technology, Transformation, Legal, Finance, and Operations teams.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, value creation, and commercial risk mitigation.
• Support the implementation and adoption of procurement and contract management processes and systems.
• Lead commercial negotiations to secure favourable terms, manage risk, and ensure successful delivery outcomes.
• Monitor contract performance and governance, ensuring suppliers meet agreed service levels and project objectives.

Profile

• Strong experience in Procurement, Commercial, or Contracts Management.
• Proven DDaT, Technology, or IT procurement background.
• Experience supporting digital transformation or system implementation programmes.
• Strong contract negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Experience managing MSAs, SoWs, and contract variations.
• Commercially minded with strong stakeholder management skills.
• Able to deliver end-to-end procurement activities and drive value.
• CIPS qualified or working towards qualification desirable.

Job Offer

• Daily rate of £500 - £650 dependent on the level of experience and background.
• Temporary position within the public sector / not-for-profit space.
• 4 month contract with potential to extend.
• Opportunity to work in London