Procurement Specialist

katiebard; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist in Birmingham to manage contract administration and sourcing in the public sector. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in procurement processes and knowledge of Public Procurement Law, particularly the Construction Act. Responsibilities include leading procurement implementations, negotiating with authorities, and building strategic relationships. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in Procurement and contracting processes.
• Experience in drafting contracts and tenders.
• Knowledge of the Construction Act payment mechanisms.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-profile implementations of procurement.
• Negotiate with Local Authorities for early-payment opportunities.
• Build relationships with procurement teams and stakeholders.
• Support client interventions and shape procurement strategies.
• Champion enhanced construction sourcing processes.

Skills

Procurement processes

Public Procurement Law

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Job description

Procurement Specialist! We are a looking for an experienced, confident Procurement Specialist to

join our client’s procurement team!

This role will be accountable for managing all components of contract administration, including sourcing, supplier coordination, and regulatory adherence, with a specialisation in payment processes under the Construction Act.

Key Responsibilities :

Take the lead on high-profile implementations, owning the full sourcing and procurement workstream to bring innovative payment programmes to life across major construction projects.

Work hands‑on with NEC & JCT contracts, confidently navigating and influencing key commercial terms that shape project success.

Become a trusted partner to senior stakeholders, building strong, strategic relationships with procurement teams, public sector bodies, and council directors to drive meaningful change.

Negotiate and collaborate with Local Authorities to embed early‑payment opportunities directly into bid evaluations and procurement frameworks, shaping how future contracts are won.

Serve as the go‑to expert for client queries on early‑payment models in complex tenders, providing clarity, guidance, and solutions that move projects forward.

Work closely with the Head of Sourcing & Procurement, supporting client interventions, shaping strategy, and developing robust project plans that deliver real impact.

Champion new ways of working, ensuring clients successfully adopt and adhere to enhanced construction sourcing processes.

Essential Experience :

Solid experience in Procurement and contracting processes, with bonus points if you’ve navigated the fast‑paced world of Local Government or the wider Public Sector!

A strong grasp of Public Procurement Law, paired with hands‑on experience drafting contracts or tenders and the confidence to shape documentation that really makes an impact.

• Deep knowledge of the Construction Act, especially the payment mechanisms that keep major projects moving.

The ideal candidate will need solid experience specialising in procurement within the public sectors.

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