Procurement Manager

Tate; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tate is recruiting an experienced Strategic Procurement Manager to support housing procurement within a local authority framework. The role is hybrid, based in Hove, with a clear focus on strategic procurement planning, complex tendering, and delivering value for money across housing spend areas.

The ideal candidate will have extensive housing procurement experience, knowledge of PCR 2015 and Procurement Act 2023, and be capable of guiding senior stakeholders through market engagement and

Qualifications

• Experience in housing procurement
• Knowledge of public sector tendering and governance
• Ability to manage complex procurement projects
• Experience advising senior stakeholders on procurement strategy
• Commitment to social value and sustainability in sourcing

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of strategic procurement plans and complex procurement projects.
• Manage large-scale tendering exercises from inception to contract award.
• Advise senior stakeholders on procurement strategies and market engagement.
• Drive value for money and commercial innovation across housing spend areas.
• Ensure compliance with Public Procurement Regulations and council governance.
• Embed Social Value, Environmental Sustainability, and Modern Slavery considerations in procurement activity.
• Build relationships with internal departments, suppliers and elected members.
• Coach and develop procurement staff and colleagues.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Public sector tendering

Stakeholder management

Contract management

Value for money

Education

Degree-level qualification

CIPS Level 5

Job description

Strategic Procurement Manager

Location: Hove, BN3

Working Pattern: Hybrid

Rate: £21.17 per hour

Contract: August - November 2026

Hours: 37 hours per week

DBS Required /Housing Experience Essential

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Strategic Procurement Manager to support a leading local authority procurement function within the Housing sector.

This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional with significant experience in housing-related procurement, public sector tendering, and commercial project delivery. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and delivering strategic procurement plans, leading complex tenders, and driving value for money across major spend areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of strategic procurement plans and complex procurement projects.
• Manage large-scale tendering exercises and commercial initiatives from inception through to contract award.
• Advise senior stakeholders on the most appropriate procurement and market engagement strategies.
• Drive value for money, commercial innovation, and service improvement across housing-related spend areas.
• Ensure compliance with Public Procurement Regulations, council policies, and governance requirements.
• Promote and embed Social Value, Environmental Sustainability, and Modern Slavery considerations within procurement activity.
• Build effective relationships with internal departments, suppliers, partners, and elected members.
• Lead and support procurement staff, providing coaching, guidance, and professional development.

Essential Requirements

• Significant procurement experience within Housing environments (essential).
• Strong experience managing complex procurement and tendering projects.
• Extensive knowledge of public sector procurement legislation, including PCR 2015 and Procurement Act 2023.
• Experience operating within public sector governance frameworks.
• Degree-level qualification, CIPS Level 5 (or equivalent experience) preferred.

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