Lead Procurement Officer

TN United Kingdom; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity at Nottingham City Council for a Procurement Lead to oversee significant procurement projects and ensure compliance with public procurement legislation. The role involves collaboration across departments and leading a team to enhance procurement practices. Flexible working arrangements are available, fostering an innovative and inclusive work culture.

Benefits

Generous leave entitlement

Access to a pension scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex tendering exercises, including framework agreements.
• Deep knowledge of Public Procurement Regulations and UK legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement function ensuring value for money and compliance.
• Oversee procurement projects valued between £25 to £75 million annually.
• Support the Category Manager in enhancing procurement practices.

Skills

Leadership

Innovation

Collaboration

Education

MCIPS qualification

Job description

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Salary: Starting Salary is £44,711 (Level one) rising to £47,754 (Level four)

Location: Loxley House, Station Street, Nottingham, NG2 3NG

We’ve got an exciting opportunity available for talented individuals to join our workforce - perhaps this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for? Read on to find out more…

Working for Nottingham City Council offers great benefits. Alongside competitive pay, generous leave entitlement, and access to a pension scheme, we foster an innovative, inclusive, and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to excel.

We are looking for people who are innovative, driven, and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you.

* You can read more about the benefits offered to Nottingham City Council colleagues.

About the Role

You will lead the procurement function to ensure value for money and adherence to the Principles of the Commissioning Framework.

You will oversee procurement projects valued between £25 to £75 million annually, aligned with the department’s strategy. Ensure a sustainable supply base capable of delivering goods, works, and services for the Council.

You will contribute early procurement input into service specifications and sourcing plans, and ensure effective collaboration across all organizational areas, including with commissioners, operational staff, quality monitoring, and finance. You must lead efficient procurement processes compliant with Public Procurement legislation and the Council’s Contract Procedure Rules.

You will support the Category Manager in enhancing procurement practices and standards.

You will report to a Category Manager and supervise up to 6 Procurement Officers and 3 Procurement Support Officers.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• MCIPS qualification or equivalent experience demonstrating similar knowledge.
• Experience developing Category and Sourcing Plans for various goods and services.
• Experience leading complex tendering exercises, including framework agreements.
• Deep knowledge of Public Procurement Regulations and UK legislation.
• Ability to develop procurement strategies considering the needs of the council, departments, and stakeholders.

You can find the full job description for this position on our website.

At Nottingham City Council, we believe work is what you do, not where you do it. We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options. More details are available on our 'for applicants' page.

For informal inquiries, please contact Sue Oliver or Dawn Cafferty via email.

Closing Date: 30th May 2025.

Note that the closing date may be earlier if the position is filled, so we encourage early applications.

Interviews will be held: Week commencing 23rd June 2025.

If you experience technical issues submitting your application, please contact our Employee Service Centre.

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