Procurement Manager

Innovate UK; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovate UK is seeking a Procurement Manager to enhance its commercial support amid regulatory changes. This full-time role involves managing procurement projects, engaging with diverse stakeholders, and ensuring compliance while delivering high-quality service. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including a defined benefit pension scheme and flexible working options.

Benefits

Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme

30 days’ annual leave plus 10.5 public and privilege days

Employee discounts on retail and leisure activities

Confidential employee assistance programme

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience procuring goods or services in a regulated environment.
• Proven ability to manage procurement projects from market engagement to contract award.
• Ability to review and recommend procurement strategies.

Responsibilities

• Undertake procurement sourcing and contracting actions.
• Provide expert procurement advice to end-users.
• Participate in local commercial assurance and contract management.

Skills

Customer-focused

Commercial awareness

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Tools

E-sourcing applications

Job description

Procurement Manager

£45,272 + Specialist Allowance £2,500 per annum for full member of CIPS.

UKRI Band E

Full Time

Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Didcot, Oxon

Open Ended

Closing date: 2nd June 2025

Interviews: W/c 16th June 2025

Job Overview

UKRI Commercial is looking to build upon recent growth and success, aiming to develop further to provide excellent commercial support and support its ambitious objectives. This is also a time of significant regulatory change due to the new Procurement Act, making it an exciting period for UKRI Commercial. We welcome candidates who may not have extensive public procurement experience, as we will all be learning the new regulations together.

Responsibilities

1. Undertake procurement sourcing and contracting actions using the most appropriate route to market to deliver value and compliance.
2. Provide expert procurement advice to end-users, including guidance on when to direct procurement to the shared service centre.
3. Offer guidance on local procurement issues, making decisions that add value for UKRI.
4. Participate in local commercial assurance, planning, and in-house contract management.

About You

We seek a dynamic, enthusiastic individual who enjoys applying their skills and experience to procurement projects. The role involves managing diverse stakeholders, and confidence and professional credibility are essential for positive engagement throughout the procurement lifecycle.

Essential Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

(S) – Assessed at shortlisting

(I) – Assessed at interview

(S&I) – Assessed at both stages

Essential Criteria:

• Customer-focused, committed to accountable, cost-effective, high-quality service delivery (S&I)
• Experience procuring goods or services in a regulated environment (S&I)
• Proven ability to manage procurement projects from market engagement to contract award (I)
• Experience in contract management (S)
• Ability to review and recommend procurement strategies, create tender evaluation models, and produce procurement documentation (S&I)
• Good commercial awareness (S)
• Experience with e-sourcing applications (I)
• Ability to interpret procurement terms and advise on non-standard terms (I)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all levels (S&I)

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Benefits

We value our employees and offer a competitive pay and rewards package, supporting continuous learning. Benefits include:

• An outstanding defined benefit pension scheme
• 30 days’ annual leave plus 10.5 public and privilege days (full-time equivalent)
• Employee discounts on retail and leisure activities
• Confidential employee assistance programme
• Flexible working options

For more details on the benefits of working for UKRI, please visit UKRI.

How to Apply

Please submit an up-to-date CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. Additional application details are available on our careers page.