3-4 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
• The Senior Category Manager (People) will lead and deliver procurement activity across Adults’ and Children’s Social Care services within Dudley Council.
• The role involves managing tenders and mini-competitions, supporting the achievement of cashable and non-cashable savings, and ensuring all procurement processes are compliant, efficient and value-driven.
• The post-holder will contribute to the Forward Procurement Plan, maintain accurate contract records, and support the development of innovative procurement approaches.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
• Lead and deliver end-to-end procurement activity, including tenders and mini-competitions via frameworks.
• Support the delivery of savings, efficiencies and value-for-money outcomes across People-related services.
• Ensure all awarded contracts are recorded accurately on the Contract Register and stored electronically.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of the Forward Procurement Plan.
• Prepare Procurement Plans for all procurement activity and ensure compliance with legislation, internal policies and procurement best practice.
• Support the exploration and implementation of innovative procurement procedures.
• Engage and collaborate with service leads, stakeholders and suppliers across Adults’ and Children’s Social Care.
• Provide professional procurement advice to ensure best value for Dudley residents.
Skills/Experience:
• Essential public sector procurement experience, specifically within Local Authorities.
• Experience in Adults’ and Children’s Social Care procurement.
• Strong understanding of frameworks, tendering processes and procurement legislation.
• Ability to deliver cashable and non-cashable savings.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Strong contract management and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple procurement projects.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of innovative procurement methods and best practice.
Additional Information:
• The closing date: 07/12/2025.
• This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week on site in Dudley.
• Location: Dudley – hybrid working (3 days on site).