Procurement Manager

JR United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a part-time Procurement and Contracts Manager to oversee procurement activities and contract management. This role is critical to ensure compliance with donor standards and operational objectives. The ideal candidate will have strong procurement experience, knowledge of UK law, and excellent negotiation skills. Remote work is possible with occasional meetings in London.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement and contract management, preferably in not-for-profit or public sector.
• Strong understanding of UK procurement law and grant funding requirements.
• Experience managing procurement processes and supplier negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all procurement activities across the organisation.
• Ensure procurement practices align with donor compliance standards.
• Support the operational and programmatic objectives of the organisation.

Skills

Procurement Strategy

Contract Management

Compliance Knowledge

Supplier Management

Negotiation Skills

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Procurement Manager, watford, hertfordshire

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Client:

Finrox Recruitment

Location:

watford, hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

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Job Description:

Our client is an independent, commercially focussed organisation that specialises in the funding of projects towards a net zero economy. They have a unique strategy deploying capital at pace and scale towards sector specific, real-economy outcomes such as the energy efficiency of buildings.

They are looking to hire a Procurement and Contracts Manager on a part-time basis (3 days per week). The Procurement and Contracts Manager will lead and oversee all procurement activities and contract management processes across the organisation. This role is critical in ensuring that procurement practices align with donor compliance standards, deliver value for money, and support the organisation's operational and programmatic objectives.

Key aspects of the role will be:

• Procurement Strategy and Delivery
• Contracts Management
• Compliance and Risk
• Supplier and Stakeholder Management
• Training and Capacity Building

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Proven experience in procurement and contract management, ideally in the not-for-profit or public sector.
• Strong knowledge of UK procurement law and grant funding requirements (e.g., FCDO, UN, etc).
• Demonstrable experience managing procurement processes and supplier negotiations.
• Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills, with strong attention to detail.

Our client is headquartered in London, but the role can be carried out remotely with occasional meetings in London.