This is a remote position.
3 months contract with a local authority
Summary
* The Professional Lead – Procurement and Commercial is a strategic leadership role within a local authority, responsible for guiding a team of 12 procurement and commercial specialists. The role is crucial in ensuring the delivery of an effective, value-driven procurement function that supports Council service areas in achieving their strategic commissioning objectives. The postholder will play a key role in securing strong operational, financial, and social value outcomes.
Responsibilities
* Lead, manage, and support a team of 12 procurement and commercial professionals.
* Provide expert guidance, coaching, and direction to ensure high-quality procurement outcomes.
* Foster a collaborative, high-performing culture within the procurement and commercial function.
* Oversee all procurement activity, ensuring it is efficient, compliant, and achieves best value.
* Act as a key enabler for service areas, supporting the delivery of commissioning aims and outcomes.
* Drive improvement in procurement practices, tools, templates, and procedures.
* Ensure full implementation and embedding of the Procurement Act 2023 across the Council.
* Lead the rollout and oversight of the Contract Module within the new Finance system.
* Support the introduction of updated Contract Procedure Rules and new procurement-related tasks.
Essential Experience Required
* Significant experience in public sector procurement, including leading strategic procurement activity.
* Demonstrable experience managing and developing high-performing teams.
* Strong ability to navigate political environments and support councillors with informed advice.
Essential Qualifications Required
* A relevant professional procurement or commercial qualification (e.g., CIPS Level 6, equivalent experience, or similar senior-level procurement accreditation).
* Evidence of ongoing professional development in procurement, commissioning, or commercial management.
Additional Information
* Working hours: 35 hours per week
* This role will be mainly remote, with occasional office days in Llandrindod Wells.
* The position is expected to commence in February for a contract of up to 6 months, with the potential for a permanent appointment.
* Bi-weekly payments are standard.
* Enhanced DBS required for the role.
The role closes on 3rd Feb 2026, apply ASAP.