Procurement Manager

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Procurement Manager in Portsmouth, offering a hybrid working model. This role involves acting as the subject matter expert for procurement, leading regulated procurement activity, and supporting the business in navigating market trends and contract management. Applicants must have strong experience in public sector procurement and familiarity with the Procurement Act 2023. A full UK driving license is required. Competitive salary range of £50,000 - £60,000 plus benefits is offered.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance at three times annual salary

Private medical insurance

Health care cash plan

Generous contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience running above-threshold regulated tenders within the public sector.
• Ability to produce clear, accurate reports and procurement documentation.
• Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle for business use.

Responsibilities

• Act as the subject matter expert for procurement across all purchasing categories.
• Lead procurement activity, ensuring compliance with the Procurement Act 2023.
• Manage and oversee supplier assurance processes to manage risk.

Skills

Strong stakeholder management skills

Collaboration

Strong working knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023

Experience in category management

Tools

e-tendering systems (Intend, ProContract)

Job description

Position: Procurement Manager

Location: Portsmouth (Hybrid Working)

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Benefits

Contract: 12-month Fixed Term Contract

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week

Hybrid working is in place. Attendance in the office is required two days per week, specifically Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Remuneration

• £50,000 - £60,000 per annum
• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata), with the option to buy or sell annual leave
• Productivity-related bonus scheme
• Generous contributory pension scheme with employer contributions
• Life assurance at three times annual salary
• Private medical insurance
• Health care cash plan
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave
• Access to counselling, legal and financial advice services
• Electric car scheme
• Extensive in‑house training, e‑learning, coaching and mentoring programmes
• Hybrid working arrangement
• 12-month fixed term contract

Responsibilities

• Act as the subject matter expert for procurement across all purchasing categories
• Lead above regulated threshold procurement activity, ensuring full compliance with the Procurement Act 2023
• Support the business through a partnering approach, advising on market trends, procurement strategy, tendering routes, contract award and implementation
• Manage and oversee supplier assurance processes to effectively manage risk and drive efficiency across the supply chain
• Lead and support procurement delivery activity within the procurement team
• Maintain oversight of the contracts register, ensuring it is accurate, live and kept up to date by the team
• Support the delivery and implementation of revised procurement legislation introduced through the Procurement Bill and its reforms
• Provide clear guidance to internal stakeholders on procurement processes and compliance requirements
• Ensure procurement activity supports value for money, sustainability and efficient service delivery

Requirements

• Proven experience running above-threshold regulated tenders within the public sector
• Essential: Strong working knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and public sector procurement legislation
• Experience in category management and delivering organisation-wide procurement projects
• Proven use of e-tendering systems, specifically Intend and ProContract
• Ability to produce clear, accurate reports and procurement documentation
• Strong stakeholder management skills with a collaborative and professional approach
• Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle for business use