Job Description
Are you an experienced public sector procurement professional looking to make a real impact? We're partnering with a leading housing association in Kent, to recruit a Procurement Partner who will play a key role in delivering value-for-money services and driving best practice across the organisation.
The Role
As Procurement Partner, you'll act as the lead for a designated business area, working closely with stakeholders to plan and deliver compliant procurement projects aligned with organisational strategy. You'll manage end-to-end tender processes, develop robust specifications, and ensure contracts deliver quality, value, and social impact.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead procurement activity for your business area, ensuring compliance with legislation and internal policies.
* Build strong relationships with stakeholders to plan and execute strategic procurement projects.
* Manage tender processes, contract administration, and maintain the contracts register.
* Support supplier negotiations, cost benchmarking, and spend analysis to drive best value.
* Promote social value initiatives through innovative procurement approaches.
* Deliver training and workshops to enhance procurement capability across the organisation.
* Deputise for the Senior Procurement Partner when required.
About You
1. CIPS Level 4 (or working towards) with relevan...