Permanent Vacancy – Procurement Manager
Location: Kettering (Hybrid working and some travel)
Duration: Permanent
Salary: £41,086 - 47,971 per annum DOE and Qualifications
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
You will implement the procurement strategy, advise on sourcing routes and frameworks, manage compliant tendering processes, and build strong supplier relationships. The role also involves monitoring procurement performance, driving savings, and supporting continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage tendering processes under Public Contracts Regulations 2023
* Advise on procurement routes, frameworks, and compliance
* Maintain audit-ready records and ensure transparency
* Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships
* Monitor procurement performance using data and KPIs
* Provide training and guidance to staff on procurement policies and systems
* Maintain the central contracts register and forward plan
About You
* CIPS Level 5–6 (or working towards) or equivalent professional qualification
* Proven experience in public sector procurement, including above-threshold tenders and frameworks
* Strong understanding of procurement law, contract terms, and value for money principles
* Excellent communication and influencing skills
* Strong analytical and numeracy skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel
In return for your hard work, you will 27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays, People’s pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing courses.
If this opportunity is of interest to you, please reply with your up-to-date CV for review.
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.