Procurement Project Manager

Morgan Law; Wembley; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An external recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Procurement Project Manager on behalf of Brent Council, located in Wembley. This role offers the chance to manage procurement projects and ensure they align with council strategy. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering effective, value-for-money services while gaining invaluable experience in the public sector. A starting salary of £46,512 is offered, along with benefits like flexible working and a local government pension scheme.

Benefits

Flexible working

Local government pension scheme

Season ticket loan

Childcare vouchers

Local discounts

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of public e-tendering and procurement regulations.
• Excellent stakeholder and project management skills.
• Proactive, adaptable approach with a passion for learning.

Responsibilities

• Run your own procurements while supporting Category and Assistant Category Managers on larger projects.
• Lead or support delivery of procurement exercises aligned to council strategy and regulations.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to manage projects effectively and drive value.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Understanding of public e-tendering

Job description

Deliver Impact. Build Your Procurement Career.

Brent Council is at the heart of one of London’s most diverse and dynamic communities. To support the Council in driving forward a bold transformation agenda, the procurement team is looking for a talented Procurement Project Manager to help deliver high-quality, value-for-money services that make a difference.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious procurement professional to deepen both strategic and operational expertise in a forward-thinking local authority. You’ll manage end-to-end procurement projects of low to medium complexity and play a vital supporting role on high-value tenders within the Corporate Services category area.

What You’ll Do:
Run your own procurements while supporting Category and Assistant Category Managers on larger projects.
Lead or support delivery of procurement exercises aligned to council strategy and regulations.
Work closely with internal stakeholders to manage projects effectively and drive value.
Gain exposure to a wide range of commercial and social care categories.

What We’re Looking For:
Strong understanding of public e-tendering and procurement regulations, including a recent working knowledge of The Procurement Act 2023.
Excellent stakeholder and project management skills.
A proactive, adaptable approach and a passion for learning.

Why Join Brent?
Brent offers much more than a job – you’ll gain invaluable procurement experience, real career development opportunities, and the chance to make a direct impact on residents’ lives.
You’ll also benefit from:
Flexible working
Local government pension scheme
Season ticket loan, childcare vouchers & local discounts
A supportive, inclusive, and values-led culture

Brent Council values diversity and is committed to being a Disability Confident and inclusive employer.

The weekly hybrid working pattern will be 3 days a week in the office (Brent Civic Centre) and 2 days working from home.

The salary starts at £46,512 (inc. London Weighting)

Ready to grow your career while supporting meaningful change in the public sector?

Please apply now for further details

Please note that this recruitment campaign is being managed by an external recruitment agency – Morgan Law.

CVs sent directly to the Council will not be considered.