Interim Procurement Manager

Michael Page; Ringway; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organisation is seeking a seasoned Procurement Professional to lead procurement activities in a hybrid role based in Central Manchester. The candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in public sector procurement and a strong understanding of procurement regulations. This interim position offers competitive compensation of £550 per day over a 12-month contract.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years public sector procurement experience.
• Strong understanding of the full procurement lifecycle.
• Skilled in drafting procurement documentation and evaluation processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver procurement activities per Procurement Act 2023.
• Develop procurement strategies for value for money.
• Manage procurement processes across frameworks.

Skills

Public sector procurement

Complex project management

Procurement lifecycle understanding

Contract law knowledge

Risk analysis

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Procurement Professional with extensive experience in indirect categories to support a high-profile public sector programme. This interim role will contribute to strategic procurement activities across a range of services including Facilities Management, Technology, and Marketing.

Client Details

This is an opportunity to work for a public sector organisation operating within the transport industry.

Description

• Lead and deliver procurement activities in line with internal governance and the Procurement Act 2023
• Develop and implement procurement strategies that drive value for money
• Manage procurement processes across frameworks and open market routes
• Collaborate within multi-disciplinary teams across organisations to deliver key outputs
• Identify and escalation risks or issues that may impact successful procurement delivery

Profile

• Minimum 5 years public sector procurement experience
• Proven track record in managing complex, time-sensitive procurement projects
• Strong understanding of the full procurement lifecycle and public procurement regulations
• Skilled in drafting procurement documentation, ITTs, evaluation processes, and supplier recommendations
• In-depth knowledge of contract law and risk analysis
• Ability to embed quickly into teams and manage fluctuating workloads independently
• Passionate, driven, and able to meet challenging deadlines

Job Offer

Central Manchester (Hybrid - minimum 2 days/week in office)
12 month duration
£550 per day