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Client: Location: Middlesbrough, United Kingdom Job Category: Other EU work permit required: Yes Job Reference: 8f880cc53885 Job Views: 7 Posted: 14.07.2025 Expiry Date: 28.08.2025 Job Description:
Are you an experienced procurement professional with strong knowledge of UK public sector legislation? Do you enjoy mentoring and supporting a team while delivering meaningful, compliant procurement outcomes for your organisation? Butler Ross is currently recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for an Assistant Procurement Manager to join their dynamic and supportive Procurement team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with public sector expertise, looking to directly shape and improve procurement delivery and the team as a whole. This position operates on a hybrid-working basis, with only 2 days required onsite, and offers a salary from £41,000 to £46,500. Key Responsibilities
Lead and support a small team of Procurement Officers, providing training, mentoring, and clear direction. Ensure delivery of the council's procurement work programme in line with Public Procurement/Contract Regulations. Oversee and advise on compliant tendering procedures and re-procurement of contracts. Monitor procurement performance and support implementation of a new tendering system. Provide expert advice and guidance to colleagues across the council on procurement best practice and regulation compliance. Ideal Candidate Profile
Solid working knowledge of Public Contracts Regulations 2015 / Procurement Act 2023. Experience in public sector procurement within a local authority or equivalent. Proven ability to manage and mentor staff, with excellent communication skills. Confidence in providing professional advice to internal stakeholders across a wide range of service areas. Ability to manage data and performance metrics (experience with Excel is a plus). If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply via this advert or reach out to us directly for a discussion. This position would be well suited to individuals with some prior exposure to the public sector in procurement or a commercial position, particularly those who have previously held related roles.
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