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Location: London Local Authority

Rate: £57.02 per hour (Umbrella)

Contract: 6‑month initial contract, strong possibility of extension

Hours: Full‑time

We are supporting a London local authority in recruiting an experienced Procurement Manager to lead procurement and contract management activities across their Repairs & Maintenance service. This pivotal role ensures the effective commissioning and delivery of works and services that support safe, well‑maintained homes and corporate buildings.

You will provide strategic procurement leadership, ensure compliance with Public Contracts Regulations (PCR 2015) and Council Standing Orders, and help drive value for money, service improvement and social value across a broad portfolio including responsive repairs, voids, disrepair, damp and mould, and out‑of‑hours emergency services.

1. Procurement Strategy & Delivery
   • Develop and deliver procurement strategies for repairs, maintenance and building services contracts.
   • Lead end‑to‑end tendering activity, including drafting specifications, evaluating submissions and awarding contracts in line with legislation and council policies.
   • Identify opportunities for innovation, efficiency, cost savings and enhanced social value.
2. Contract Management & Supplier Performance
   • Support operational teams in managing key contractors across repairs, voids, disrepair and related service areas.
   • Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and SLAs, addressing underperformance and promoting continuous improvement.
   • Ensure robust contract governance, mobilisation and handover processes.
3. Compliance & Risk Management
   • Ensure full compliance with PCR 2015, Standing Orders and internal audit requirements.
   • Maintain accurate procurement and contract records, managing risk registers and mitigation plans.
   • Provide training, guidance and advice on procurement best practice and legal compliance.
4. Financial & Value Management
   • Support financial planning by forecasting procurement spend and identifying potential savings.
   • Work collaboratively with Finance and Repairs Service Managers to ensure contracts deliver value for money and efficient service outcomes.
   • Lead benchmarking and market testing to inform future procurement strategy.
5. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
   • Liaise with internal teams across housing asset management, repairs operations, finance and legal.
   • Engage with external partners including suppliers, framework providers and neighbouring authorities.
   • Represent the council in collaborative procurement groups (e.g. LCP DPS, South East London Housing Partnership).
   • Champion equality, diversity and social value within procurement processes.

• Proven procurement experience within housing, construction, or public sector repairs.
• Strong working knowledge of Public Contracts Regulations (2015) and local authority procurement governance.
• Skilled in tendering, negotiation and supplier performance management.
• Excellent communication, analytical and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Experience managing multiple procurements to tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with NEC or JCT contract forms.
• CIPS qualification (or equivalent professional training) is highly desirable.
• Understanding of asset management, compliance and decarbonisation programmes.

• Confident leader with the ability to motivate and influence at all levels.
• Strong professional presence when engaging senior officers, members and external partners.
• Flexible, adaptable and committed to continuous professional development.
• Willingness to attend evening meetings when required.

• Uphold the Council's Equal Opportunities values.
• Participate in the Performance Evaluation Scheme and undertake relevant training.
• Follow Health & Safety policies and contribute to environmental responsibilities.
• Undertake other reasonable duties in line with the grade and changing needs of the service.

To apply please send a copy of your CV to ryan.hamlett@carringtonwest.com