Interim Procurement Manager

Michael Page (UK); Harlow; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Procurement Manager for a 12-month contract based in Harlow. The successful candidate will lead procurement processes for construction projects and work collaboratively with public sector teams. Immediate availability is preferred. The role offers a day rate of £500 and hybrid working with on-site presence four days per week, contributing to meaningful procurement improvements.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Hybrid working

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in public sector procurement, ideally within local government.
• Strong knowledge of construction procurement and frameworks.
• Ability to work on-site in Harlow 4 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement processes for construction projects.
• Collaborate with property and procurement teams to develop tender documentation.
• Drive procurement projects from planning through to contract award.

Skills

Public sector procurement experience

Knowledge of construction procurement

Hands-on procurement delivery

Job description

• 12 month interim contract
• Based in Harlow

About Our Client

The client is a progressive public sector organisation with a strong focus on housing and infrastructure investment. The working environment is collaborative and fast-paced, with a clear emphasis on operational delivery and tangible outcomes.

Job Description

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead end-to-end procurement processes for construction projects
• Collaborate with property and procurement teams to develop tender documentation and manage approvals
• Shape contract strategies and routes to market in partnership with senior stakeholders
• Drive procurement projects from planning through to contract award

The Successful Applicant

A successful Interim Procurement Manager should have:

• Proven experience in public sector procurement, ideally within local government
• Strong knowledge of construction procurement and frameworks
• Operational, hands-on approach to procurement delivery
• Ability to work on-site in Harlow 4 days per week
• Immediate availability preferred

What's on Offer

• A day rate of £500.
• Hybrid working - onsite 4 day per week.
• 12 month contract.
• Opportunity to work within a key Public Sector organisation.
• Chance to contribute to meaningful procurement improvements.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.