Strategic Procurement Leader: Complex Projects

Corehr; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension scheme

Job summary

Sheffield Hallam University is seeking a motivated procurement professional to lead strategic and complex procurement projects, driving commercial outcomes and delivering value across academic and professional services. The role emphasises stakeholder engagement, data analysis, risk management, and team development on a campus-based team.

The post offers progression within a collaborative, forward-looking procurement function and eligibility for the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).

Qualifications

• Proven track record in commercial leadership.
• Experience partnering with stakeholders and suppliers to deliver outcomes.
• Strong procurement experience across complex programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic and complex procurement projects from development through to delivery.
• Engage with stakeholders, suppliers, and wider markets to drive successful commercial outcomes.
• Provide expert procurement advice in collaboration with professional and technical subject matter experts.
• Develop procurement strategies, evaluate options, and present recommendations to stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships across academic and professional services.
• Analyse data, manage risk, and present insights to senior stakeholders.
• Line manage and develop procurement professionals.

Skills

Commercial leadership

Business partnering

Procurement expertise

Job description

Sheffield Hallam University is seeking a motivated procurement professional to lead strategic and complex procurement projects, driving commercial outcomes and delivering value across academic and professional services. The role emphasises stakeholder engagement, data analysis, risk management, and team development on a campus-based team.

The post offers progression within a collaborative, forward-looking procurement function and eligibility for the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).