Procurement Programme Manager

ZipRecruiter; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking government body is seeking a Procurement Programme Manager in Nottingham. This role involves overseeing procurement projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, and driving innovative procurement practices. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in programme management and a strong understanding of government procurement compliance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in portfolio and programme management.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Understanding of government procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement projects and ensure strategic alignment.
• Act as primary contact for procurement initiatives.
• Drive resource allocation and performance monitoring.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Project management

Procurement strategies

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Portfolio, Programme & Project Offices (P3O) qualification

MoP Practitioner

PRINCE2

Job description

Job Description

Procurement Programme Manager

Location: Nottingham – Flexible working with some occasional onsite presence

Salary: £48,200 to £58,911 per annum plus excellent government benefits

Organisation: Join a forward-thinking government body dedicated to delivering impactful programmes that shape communities and drive public service excellence. This organisation prides itself on fostering innovation, strong stakeholder engagement, and strategic leadership in procurement portfolio management. If you’re passionate about leading change and ensuring efficiency in procurement processes, this is the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful contribution.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage a portfolio of procurement projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and compliance requirements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for procurement initiatives, regularly communicating progress, risks, and outcomes to executive leadership and stakeholders.
• Drive resource allocation and performance monitoring, ensuring procurement initiatives deliver measurable value.
• Lead portfolio risk analysis, implementing mitigation strategies to proactively address challenges.
• Shape and refine governance models, policies, and procedures for procurement activity within programmes and projects.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with project teams, procurement specialists, and suppliers.
• Support business case development, providing expert guidance on cost, benefits, and risk assessments.
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement in procurement practices, advocating for best-in-class methodologies.

Role-Specific Knowledge & Skills

Essential:

• Proven experience in portfolio and programme management within a procurement-focused environment.
• Strong ability to lead procurement strategies, ensuring efficient execution and strategic alignment.
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement, able to influence and collaborate across multiple levels.
• Expertise in risk management, delivering proactive solutions to procurement challenges.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage complex projects.
• Understanding of government procurement processes and regulatory compliance.

Desirable:

• Formal qualifications in Portfolio, Programme & Project Offices (P3O), MoP Practitioner, or PRINCE2.
• Experience in budget management, ensuring optimal financial performance of procurement portfolios.
• Knowledge of Association of Project Management (APM) and Axelos best practice frameworks.
• Capability in training delivery, developing best-practice procurement methodologies.

Further information: For further details, please contact John Lavictoire.