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Interim Strategic Procurement Manager
Job summary
A well-established public sector organization in the UK is seeking an Interim Strategic Procurement Manager to lead on regional transformation projects. This role focuses on developing procurement strategies and providing expert commercial advice. Ideal candidates should have significant experience in public sector procurement and the ability to manage complex stakeholder environments. The position offers a daily rate of £550 on a remote basis for a 12-month contract.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in public sector procurement.
- Ability to lead high-level input into major assessment reports.
- Demonstrated strong strategic and commercial acumen.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development of sourcing strategies aligned with reform objectives.
- Deliver input into a major assessment report for decision-making.
- Translate strategic direction into operational readiness.
Skills
We are currently supporting a leading public sector organisation in sourcing an Interim Strategic Procurement Manager to lead on a key regional transformation programme. The initial focus will be on shaping a high-level procurement approach to inform a critical assessment report. This will then evolve into designing the commercial framework, sourcing strategy, and contractual models needed to prepare for potential future implementation.
This organisation is a well-established entity in the transport sector, recognised for its structured approach to supply chain management. As a medium-sized company, it prides itself on creating effective procurement processes and delivering exceptional service.
- Lead the development of sourcing strategies and commercial approaches aligned with wider reform objectives
- Deliver high-level input into a major assessment report to support senior decision-making
- Translate strategic direction into commercial models, transition plans, and operational readiness
- Provide expert procurement and commercial advice to senior leaders and cross-functional teams
- Collaborate with regional partners and external stakeholders to align on policy, best practice, and potential delivery models
- Ensure alignment with relevant procurement legislation and internal governance procedures
- A successful Interim Strategic Procurement Manager should have:
- Senior-level experience in complex public sector procurement, ideally across transformation, infrastructure, or regulated services
- Strong understanding of early-stage strategic scoping, options analysis, and commercial model design
- Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and build consensus across organisational boundaries
- Expertise in category management, contract strategy, and value-driven sourcing methodologies
- Deep knowledge of Public Contract Regulations (PCR), the Procurement Act 2023, and commercial governance
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in politically sensitive or evolving environments
- Daily rate of £550
- Remote position
- 12 month contract
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.
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