Procurement Manager

McGregor Boyall; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector consultancy is seeking a skilled Procurement Manager for a 2-year fixed-term contract in Birmingham. The role involves managing end-to-end procurement activities, ensuring compliance with public sector regulations, and driving cost efficiency. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in procurement, knowledge of relevant regulations, and advanced IT skills. Benefits include 30 days annual leave and a 10% employer pension contribution.

Benefits

30 days annual leave + ability to buy extra leave

10% employer pension contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Strong experience in end-to-end procurement processes.
• In-depth knowledge of public sector procurement regulations.
• Proficiency in spend analysis and contract data reporting.

Responsibilities

• Implement procurement best practices to ensure quality services.
• Manage end-to-end procurement via Framework Agreements.
• Oversee contract-related activities including change control.
• Identify cost savings and enhance procurement processes.
• Liaise with stakeholders to manage procurement needs.
• Coordinate tender processes including documentation and evaluations.

Skills

End-to-end procurement experience

Contract management

Supplier relations

Knowledge of public sector regulations

Advanced IT skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Customer service ethos

MCIPS qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Procurement Manager

Location: Birmingham (2 days per week onsite)

Salary: £65k per annum

Duration: Temporary (2-year FTC)

One of our leading public sector clients is seeking a skilled and experienced Procurement Manager to join their team on a 2-year fixed-term contract. This role offers an excellent opportunity to manage end-to-end procurement activities, ensuring compliance with public sector regulations and driving cost efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement procurement best practices and deliver high-quality procurement services
• Manage end-to-end procurements via Framework Agreements and Find A Tender (where applicable)
• Oversee a range of procurement and contract-related activities, including change control and termination notices
• Identify and deliver cost savings and process efficiencies
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to manage procurement requirements
• Work with external suppliers to gather quotations, proposals, and other relevant information
• Maintain and update the Contracts Database and manage MI reporting
• Coordinate and manage the tender process, including document preparation, evaluation criteria, and outcome communication
• Support the Head of Procurement & Contracts in strategic procurement objectives
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulations, including PCR15 and PA23

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong experience in end-to-end procurement, contract management, and supplier relations
• Knowledge of public sector procurement and regulatory frameworks (PCR15, PA23)
• Advanced IT skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Analytical skills, including spend analysis and contract data reporting
• Strong stakeholder management and customer service ethos
• MCIPS qualification (preferred)

Rewards & Benefits

• Our client is one of the leading firms in the country for promoting a strong work life balance for employees.
• 30 days annual leave + ability to buy extra leave
• 10% employer pension contribution
• Employee Assistance Programme (confidential counselling & work-life services)

If this role sounds like a good fit, and you can commit to 2 days per week onsite in Birmingham, please apply today!

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on any grounds.