Strategic Public Sector Procurement Lead

UKRI; Swindon; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UKSBS, part of the UKRI family, is recruiting an experienced Procurement Manager based in Swindon, with flexibility to include Newport or Stockton-on-Tees. The role covers end‑to‑end procurement across space, energy, carbon net zero, consultancy, IT services and goods, supporting scientists and policy makers.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record managing medium to high‑value procurements, strong knowledge of government regulations, and experience with Jaggaer eSourcing.

Qualifications

• Experience managing medium to high value complex procurement projects.
• Understanding of Government regulations and best practice procurement processes.
• Experience with above-threshold procurement and e-sourcing platforms.
• Knowledge of Public Sector procurement processes.
• Coaching and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in end-to-end tendering processes (below and above threshold).
• Ensure procurements adhere to Government regulations for advertising opportunities.
• Follow best-practice procurement processes and maximize use of e-Procurement systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop service specs and contractual terms for tenders.
• Maintain audit trails, governance and value-for-money analysis.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

People management

Procurement strategy

Negotiation

Education

CIPS membership (desirable)

Tools

Jaggaer eSourcing Platform

Job description

UKSBS, part of the UKRI family, is recruiting an experienced Procurement Manager based in Swindon, with flexibility to include Newport or Stockton-on-Tees. The role covers end‑to‑end procurement across space, energy, carbon net zero, consultancy, IT services and goods, supporting scientists and policy makers.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record managing medium to high‑value procurements, strong knowledge of government regulations, and experience with Jaggaer eSourcing.