Procurement Lead * Contract Duration: 6 Months initially * Location: Sheffield (Hybrid Working) * Start Date: ASAP About RT Consulting RT Consulting are a trusted SME management consultancy and specialist service provider. We deliver highly capable, value-for-money solutions to our clients across Defence, Government, Policing and Transport. As a Gold ERS Armed Forces Covenant badge holder, we are proud to partner across the armed forces community and support those transitioning into civilian life. Our consultants form part of the RT Society – a network of experienced professionals who bring specialist skills, insight, and innovation to complex transformation programmes. The Opportunity We’re seeking a commercially focused Procurement Leader to shape and deliver the franchising procurement strategy that will transform how bus services operate across Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham, and Sheffield Key Responsibilities * Lead procurement for bus franchising, ensuring compliance with UK regulations. * Develop and deliver a strategic, value-driven procurement approach. * Oversee risk management and contract management practices. * Provide expert commercial guidance and drive best practice across the organisation. * Build strong partnerships with stakeholders and ensure performance excellence. You will need: * Full MCIPS membership (or equivalent professional expertise) * Strong knowledge of UK procurement regulations and public sector practices * Proven senior leadership experience in procurement, ideally within government * Commercially astute and strategically minded * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills * Collaborative, resilient, and able to build strong stakeholder relationships Why Join the RT Society? * Access to high-profile transformation programmes within Defence and Government. * A supportive community of consultants with shared expertise and collaboration opportunities. * Development and networking events exclusive to RT consultants. * The opportunity to deliver impactful work within critical national infrastructure programmes