Job Title: Procurement Business Partner
Our client is seeking an experienced Procurement Business Partner to support procurement projects, provide commercial challenge, and maximize value from spend.
Main Responsibilities:
1. Support the Assistant Director in delivering procurement projects and ensuring effective commercial challenge.
2. Develop a consistent approach to sourcing, purchasing, and tendering across nominated spend categories, focusing on value for money, cost savings, and social value benefits, managing approximately £30m pa.
3. Manage strategic planning and implementation of medium-value/complex procurements, ensuring cost-effective outcomes and continuous improvement.
4. Provide procurement advice to stakeholders, including up to Assistant Director level, creating savings and added value.
Team and Processes:
The A&I Procurement Team offers commercial challenge through category management, analysis of spend, and market data. Directorate tenders and quotations are supported by a procurement helpdesk, online templates, and training, including a 'Procurement Licence'. Above-threshold procurements are handled by the Procurement Team.
Qualifications and Memberships:
* Degree or equivalent skills and knowledge
* Procurement/commissioning qualification (CIPS or equivalent)
* In-depth procurement knowledge and contract law understanding
Values and Personal Qualities:
* Alignment with the council’s values and behaviors
* Resilience, accuracy under pressure, and adaptability
* Influencing and negotiation skills at all organizational levels
* Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage workloads
* Budgetary and financial experience (desirable)
Skills and Experience:
* Senior-level procurement experience in large, complex organizations
* Development and implementation of procurement strategies
* Project management skills for complex projects
* Strong interpersonal, persuasive, and communication skills
* Commercial awareness and understanding of funding and contracts
* Experience in building partnerships and change management
* Knowledge of relevant legislation (public procurement, data protection, transparency)
Please apply only if you possess the necessary skills, experience, and expertise. The recruitment process begins with submitting your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 5 days for further steps. Colbern Limited and our clients are equal opportunity employers.
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