Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service are recruiting for a Procurement Manager, on a full time, permanent basis. In return you will receive a competitive salary of £50,269 - £54,495 per annum.
Are you an experienced Procurement Manager with a track record for service improvement and managing an effective team? We are looking for an individual to join the Business Support team who will lead the procurement and stores activities for the service.
This is an exciting new role working within a dynamic and developing area of Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service!
Benefits you will receive:
Competitive salary
Flexible working
Generous leave entitlement plus public holidays
Full support for ongoing professional development
On-site gym facilities
Free onsite parking
Access to an emergency services “Blue Light” discount card
Use of our in-house occupational health unit, which includes fitness support
Access to the Service’s 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Public sector pension (subject to pension scheme rules). You will automatically be enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which is a tax-approved, defined-benefit occupational pension scheme. Your contributions are based on your earnings, and you can choose from different income options when you retire.
Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Furthermore, we want to create a work environment where everyone feels safe, can be themselves and can perform their roles to the best of their abilities. We have signed up with a number of nationally recognised organisations that promote equality, diversity and inclusion and we are working with them to help us achieve our objectives. These organisations include:
Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion
Department of Works and Pension’s Disability Confident scheme
Asian Fire Service Association (AFSA)
Pension Considerations
Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance or Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge. Further information on Annual Allowance and Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team.
Sponsorship
Please take note that Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.
Hybrid working is considered.
Recruitment Schedule:
Closing date: 25th February 2026
Interview date: Week commencing: 9 March 2026
If you are invited to interview, you will be assessed against the NFCC Leadership Framework. The highest level relevant to the role is outlined in the person specification for the position you are applying for. The interview may include both behavioural and role-specific questions to assess your suitability. You will also be asked a question exploring your understanding of, and commitment to, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in the workplace.
Job Objectives
To manage the Commercial and Procurement Department
To provide a fit for purpose procurement service across the Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service.
Skills Required
We are looking for an individual who has a proven track record of leading a procurement team within a public sector environment. They should be highly motivated, strive for continuous improvement and be able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Procurement Manager then please click “apply” now – We’d love to hear from you