Procurement Business Partner

Michael Page; Liverpool; Presencial; GBP 53.000 - 59.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

31 days holiday + bank holidays

35 days holiday after 5 years (pro‑rta

Option to purchase extra holiday

Agile working

Descripción de la vacante

Michael Page is recruiting a Procurement Business Partner for Liverpool to lead end-to-end procurement for public sector clients. You will collaborate across Procurement & Supply Chain to translate needs into clear purchasing plans and manage processes from requirement to contract award.

The role emphasises delivering value for money, robust tender management and credible commercial advice to internal stakeholders. Agile working is available depending on the role.

Formación

• Experience of managing end-to-end procurement activity.
• Ability to translate service needs into clear procurement requirements.
• Experience of preparing tender and procurement documentation.
• Confidence in managing tender processes and supporting evaluation activity.
• Ability to provide clear procurement advice to a range of internal stakeholders.
• Strong organisation skills and attention to detail when maintaining procurement records.

Responsabilidades

• Work with internal teams to understand procurement needs and turn them into clear purchasing plans.
• Lead procurement activity from initial requirement through to contract award, keeping stakeholders informed throughout.
• Prepare procurement documents that set out requirements, timescales and evaluation criteria clearly.
• Run tender processes and support fair, consistent evaluations to help teams select suitable suppliers.
• Provide practical procurement advice to colleagues, helping them make informed purchasing decisions.
• Build effective working relationships across Procurement & Supply Chain and with service areas.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and ensure key documents are available when needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes and make day‑to‑day purchasing easier for colleagues.

Conocimientos

End-to-end procurement

Tender management

Contract management

Stakeholder engagement

Procurement advice

Organisational skills

Descripción del empleo

As a Procurement Business Partner in Liverpool, you will manage procurement activity for the Public Sector, helping teams source goods and services that meet their needs. You will work closely with colleagues across Procurement & Supply Chain to keep purchasing activity clear, practical and well organised.

Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic and engaged communities, with people who are passionate about making the city a better place. With ambitious plans for the future, there is a strong focus on delivering high-quality services, driving innovation and creating positive outcomes for residents.

Public service has never been more important, and these roles offer the opportunity to make a genuine difference through strategic procurement and commercial leadership. Successful candidates will play a key role in transforming services, delivering value for money and supporting initiatives that place communities at the heart of decision‑making.

Working in this environment provides the chance to contribute to projects that directly impact local people and help shape the future of one of the UK's most dynamic cities. Collaboration, integrity and a commitment to excellence underpin everything that is delivered, ensuring the best possible outcomes for communities.

With a world‑famous waterfront, rich cultural heritage, affordable housing, excellent schools and extensive green spaces, Liverpool offers an outstanding quality of life and a fantastic place to live and work.

Description

• Work with internal teams to understand procurement needs and turn them into clear purchasing plans.
• Lead procurement activity from initial requirement through to contract award, keeping stakeholders informed throughout.
• Prepare procurement documents that set out requirements, timescales and evaluation criteria clearly.
• Run tender processes and support fair, consistent evaluations to help teams select suitable suppliers.
• Provide practical procurement advice to colleagues, helping them make informed purchasing decisions.
• Build effective working relationships across Procurement & Supply Chain and with service areas.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and ensure key documents are available when needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes and make day‑to‑day purchasing easier for colleagues.

Profile

A successful 'Procurement Business Partner' should have:

• Experience of managing end‑to‑end procurement activity.
• Ability to translate service needs into clear procurement requirements.
• Experience of preparing tender and procurement documentation.
• Confidence in managing tender processes and supporting evaluation activity.
• Ability to provide clear procurement advice to a range of internal stakeholders.
• Strong organisation skills and attention to detail when maintaining procurement records.

Job Offer

• Permanent Procurement Business Partner position based in Liverpool.
• Salary of £53,051 to £58,543 dependent on the level of experience.
• At least 31 days' holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 35 days after five years' service, pro rata for part‑time employees.
• Option to purchase additional holiday days.
• Agile working, dependent on the role.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.

Desired Skills and Experience

We are keen to hear from procurement professionals who can demonstrate strong commercial acumen, strategic thinking and a collaborative approach to stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will have experience delivering end‑to‑end procurement activity within complex organisations, including the development of sourcing strategies, tender management and contract implementation. You will be confident building relationships with senior stakeholders, providing credible commercial advice and influencing decision‑making at all levels. Experience within Health and Social Care, City Development, Corporate Services or other public sector category areas would be advantageous, although applications are welcomed from talented procurement professionals with transferable category management experience. A strong understanding of procurement legislation, contract management, supplier relationship management and delivering value for money outcomes is essential. MCIPS qualification, or progress towards qualification, would be desirable, alongside excellent communication, negotiation and project management skills. Most importantly, you will be motivated by the opportunity to make a tangible difference through the delivery of high‑quality procurement and commercial outcomes.