Your new company
Our client is a high-profile values-driven public sector organisation, currently seeking a highly proficient procurement leader with extensive experience of government frameworks, to join them on an interim basis and support their commercial team of over 20 staff.
Your new role
You will be covering a period whilst they recruit a permanent role. This is a fast-moving organisation with continual negotiations and renewals to be involved in. Managing a diverse, multi-million pound, annual contract spend, you will also have the opportunity to be involved in a major lease renewal project.
In this pivotal role, you'll:
* Drive strategic procurement and contract management across major outsourced contracts.
* Shape and deliver innovative commercial strategies aligned with government guidelines.
* Oversee supplier relationship management and ensure robust contractual frameworks.
* Lead and develop a high-performing team while influencing senior stakeholders.
What you'll need to succeed
* MCIPS, BIFM or equivalent professional qualification.
* Proven track record in strategic procurement and commercial leadership.
* Strong knowledge of contract law, compliance, and supplier management.
* Exceptional negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Experience within a regulated or public sector environment.
* Experience of DDaT framework would be beneficial.
* Experience of Facilities as a category would be beneficial.
What you'll get in return
3-6 month contract
Fast-paced role dealing with high profile stakeholders
Hybrid working - 8 days a week in office
Day rate of £600-£800 per day inside IR35, dependent on experience
What you need to do now
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