Procurement Manager

West of England Mayoral Combined Authority; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Local Government Pension Scheme

Volunteer leave

Job summary

West of England Mayoral Combined Authority is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead multi-million-pound procurements across transport, infrastructure and corporate services. You will work with senior stakeholders, technical experts and suppliers to develop sourcing strategies and deliver value for money.

You’ll manage end-to-end procurements, including strategy, contract award and mobilisation, while staying ahead of procurement legislation and ensuring robust governance across the

Qualifications

• MCIPS qualification or be working towards CIPS, alongside degree-level education or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of procurement regulations, governance and sourcing strategies.
• Significant experience delivering large-scale, high-risk procurements from end to end.
• Experience managing teams and leading cross-organisational project groups.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex procurements from strategy through to contract award and mobilisation.
• Deliver high-value procurement projects and provide trusted commercial advice to senior stakeholders.
• Develop innovative sourcing strategies that deliver value, sustainability and robust contractual outcomes.
• Advise and influence senior stakeholders, technical specialists and project teams while ensuring robust governance.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Procurement strategy

Governance

Project leadership

Education

Degree-level education

Tools

NEC4 contracts

Job description

Shape the future of the West of England

With £750 million of new investment secured for the region, there has never been a more exciting time to join the West of England Combined Authority.

We're looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to join our Commercial team and lead high-profile, multi-million-pound procurement projects across transport, infrastructure and corporate services.

This is an opportunity to do more than manage procurements. You'll work with senior stakeholders, technical experts and suppliers to develop innovative sourcing strategies, deliver value for money and shape commercial outcomes that will have a real impact on the people and communities of the West of England.

What You'll Do

You’ll lead complex procurements from strategy through to contract award and mobilisation, while providing trusted commercial advice across the organisation.

You’ll lead high value procurement projects, including major infrastructure programmes. You’ll develop innovation sourcing strategies that deliver value, sustainability and strong contractual outcomes. And as a subject matter expert, you’ll advise and influence senior stakeholders, technical specialists and project teams and make sure as an organisation we keep ahead of changes in procurement legislation and ensure robust governance throughout the procurement lifecycle.

What You’ll Bring

We're looking for a confident and commercially minded procurement professional with experience of leading complex procurements and working with senior stakeholders.

You’ll be an analytical problem solver who’s able to influence positive change. Your key skills and experience will include

• MCIPS qualification or be working towards CIPS, alongside degree-level education or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of procurement regulations, governance and sourcing strategies.
• Significant experience delivering large-scale, high-risk procurements from end to end.
• Experience managing teams and leading cross-organisational project groups.

Experience of NEC4, capital projects, complex service agreements, central or local government, or social value would be an advantage.

Why join us?

You’ll be joining at a pivotal time, helping deliver major investment and transformation across the West of England — from improving transport and infrastructure to supporting sustainable economic growth.

About The Company

Our offer

We are based ina new bright and airy office, with all the latest technology, close to Bristol Temple Meads Train Station.

Alongside the opportunity to make a real difference to the people who visit, live and work in the West of England, we offer an excellent benefits package including:

• 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years continuous service. There is also the option to increase your annual leave with our annual leave purchase scheme.
• 2 days ofpaid leave each year to volunteer
• Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK).
• Flexible, family friendly and hybrid working options to ensure you achieve the best work/life balance and career goals. We followa hybrid working model with typically 2 or 3 days in the office each week
• Reduced bus fare travel across the West of England

We believe in fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, empowering you to thrive in your career. We prioritise your growth and success by providing a diverse range of learning and development opportunities. Our goal is to keep you motivated, equipped with essential skills, and confident in delivering excellent services.

The salary for this role is £54,143 - £57,561 . This is the full-time equivalent salary, and will be pro-rata for part-time . We advertise salary ranges for job roles, with new appointments for external candidates typically starting at the lowest salary point. In exceptional cases, where higher skill levels or experience are applicable, the salary point may be adjusted to secure the best candidate. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees.

Fair and Inclusive Recruitment

We want everyone to have a fair opportunity to work with us. We are committed to inclusive recruitment and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Our recruitment processes are designed to be fair, accessible and free from unlawful discrimination, in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Reasonable Adjustments

If you have an accessibility need, disability, condition or need any additional support that means you might require changes to the application or recruitment process (for example, you might need to submit your application in a different format), please get in touch with our Resourcing Team at [e-mail] . We are here to assist and accommodate your needs.

Using Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We want to understand the real person behind each application. While we recognise that some applicants may use AI tools, these should support your writing rather than replace your own voice. AI can be a helpful aid, but your personal insight and individuality are what matter most to us.

From a recruitment agency?

We’re not engaging with agencies for this role. Any CVs received from agencies will be considered as unsolicited and the property of the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority, with no obligation to pay agency fees.

Attached documents

• Procurement Manager JD (1).pdf