Interim Senior Procurement Officer

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Interim Senior Assets & Property Procurement Officer in Bournemouth. This crucial role assists in delivering high-value contracts during a transition period, managing complex procurements for property management. Candidates should have public sector procurement experience, knowledge of UK legislation, and excellent stakeholder engagement skills. The position offers a hybrid working model. Ideal for those immediately available with a focus on strategic procurement.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Opportunity for travel across property estates

Qualifications

• Proven experience in public sector procurement related to property or construction.
• Strong knowledge of UK procurement legislation and contract forms.
• Immediate availability for urgent procurement tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes including construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with UK procurement regulations and local authority orders.
• Lead supplier engagement and oversee award processes.
• Advise on procurement strategy and contract compliance.
• Oversee supplier performance against KPIs and SLAs.

Skills

Public sector procurement experience

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Knowledge of UK procurement legislation

Education

MCIPS or equivalent procurement qualification

Tools

E-tendering platforms

Contract management systems

Job description

Job Description

4 months contract with a local authority

Summary

• We are seeking an experienced Interim Senior Assets & Property Procurement Officer to lead urgent and complex procurements. This role is crucial in supporting the delivery of high-value contracts for property management during a critical transition period. The primary purpose of this recruitment is to find a skilled procurement officer with expertise in property management. This position supports strategic procurements, including managing agents for farms, hotels, and industrial units (must be PA23); lease management and lettings; and fire strategies & risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes for property-related contracts, including repairs, planned maintenance, compliance testing, and construction projects.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with UK public procurement regulations, the Procurement Act 2023, and local authority standing orders.
• Prepare tender documentation, lead supplier engagement, and oversee evaluation and award processes.
• Advise internal stakeholders on procurement strategy, risk management, and contract compliance for property and asset services.
• Oversee supplier performance and manage contractual obligations, including KPIs and SLAs.
• Support the development and delivery of frameworks and dynamic purchasing systems for property maintenance and construction services.

Requirements

• Proven experience in public sector procurement, ideally within property, housing, or construction in a local authority setting.
• Strong knowledge of UK procurement legislation and contract forms (JCT, NEC).
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects under tight deadlines.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.
• Immediate availability and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.

Essential Qualifications Required

• MCIPS or equivalent procurement qualification.
• Experience delivering social value and sustainability objectives in procurement.
• Familiarity with e-tendering platforms and contract management systems.

Additional Information

• Hybrid working model (minimum 2 days in office per week).
• Some travel across the local authority’s property estate may be required.

Closing Date

The role closes on 31st Jan 2026, apply ASAP.

Additional Details

We are seeking an experienced Interim Senior Assets & Property Procurement Officer to lead urgent and complex procurements. This role will support the delivery of high-value contracts for property management during a critical period of transition. The primary purpose of the recruitment is a skilled procurement officer with an understanding of property management.