Strategic Public Sector Procurement Lead — Hybrid (MCIPS)

Carrington Blake Recruitment; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

West Northamptonshire Council is seeking an experienced Interim Procurement Manager (MCIPS) to join the Corporate Finance and Procurement Team within Strategic Finance. Hybrid role in Northampton with remote work and one day onsite weekly.

The post leads end-to-end procurement, tendering and framework establishment, plus advisory support to the People and Resources team. Public sector procurement expertise and PA23 knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Full MCIPS qualification is essential.
• Public sector/public authority procurement experience required.
• Practical experience applying PA23 (Procurement Act 2023).
• End-to-end procurement experience including tendering and framework agreements.
• Knowledge of public procurement legislation and compliance.
• Experience developing strategies, evaluating tenders and awarding contracts.
• Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement for a framework agreement from strategy to tender evaluation and award.
• Prepare tender documents, specifications and evaluation criteria.
• Ensure procurement activity complies with PA23, legislation and council regs.
• Provide strategic procurement advice to senior managers and stakeholders.
• Develop procurement strategies delivering value for money and cost savings.
• Manage supplier relationships, commercial negotiations and procurement risks.
• Support contract management with appropriate commercial controls.
• Collaborate with the People and Resources procurement team to provide guidance.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Communication

Independent working

Procurement strategy

Education

MCIPS qualification

Job description

West Northamptonshire Council is seeking an experienced Interim Procurement Manager (MCIPS) to join the Corporate Finance and Procurement Team within Strategic Finance. Hybrid role in Northampton with remote work and one day onsite weekly.

The post leads end-to-end procurement, tendering and framework establishment, plus advisory support to the People and Resources team. Public sector procurement expertise and PA23 knowledge are essential.