Lead Procurement & Strategic Category Lead
We are seeking an experienced procurement professional to join a forward‑thinking North London local authority on an initial 3‑month contract. The role will drive procurement strategy across Housing Property Services and wider council priorities, delivering value for money while improving outcomes for residents and communities.
Responsibilities
* Lead development and delivery of category strategies, procurement pipelines, and complex procurement programmes.
* Provide expert advice to senior leaders, boards and key stakeholders.
* Oversee high‑value and high‑risk procurement activity, ensuring compliance with procurement legislation, governance requirements and best practice.
* Drive continuous improvement and innovation in procurement processes.
Qualifications
* Significant experience delivering large‑scale procurement and category management programmes within the public sector.
* Strong commercial acumen and the ability to influence at senior level.
* Proven leadership experience, managing and developing teams while driving continuous improvement and innovation.
* Deep knowledge of procurement legislation, governance and best practice.
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