Strategic Public Sector Procurement Manager

Lord Search & Selection; Southampton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% Bonus

Subsidised travel

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Category Manager in Southampton. This role involves managing procurement projects across various categories, ensuring compliance with public sector regulations. Candidates must demonstrate excellent skills in negotiation and stakeholder management, along with a strong background in procurement category management. The position offers a competitive salary, with an attractive bonus, and opportunities to lead significant projects in multiple sectors.

Qualifications

• Experience with public sector regulations.
• Ability to manage procurement activities for large projects.
• Knowledge of contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities including sourcing and tendering.
• Work with stakeholders to deliver cost benefits.
• Manage contracts through to award for various categories.

Skills

Excellent procurement category management skills

Strong negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Tendering experience

Education

Qualified CIPS (ideally MCIPS)

Tools

E‑tendering tools

Procure-to-pay and Finance systems

Job description

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Category Manager in Southampton. This role involves managing procurement projects across various categories, ensuring compliance with public sector regulations. Candidates must demonstrate excellent skills in negotiation and stakeholder management, along with a strong background in procurement category management. The position offers a competitive salary, with an attractive bonus, and opportunities to lead significant projects in multiple sectors.