Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for procurement excellence? CITB are looking for two dynamic Procurement Managers to lead the charge in delivering smart, compliant, and impactful procurement solutions across our organisation. In these pivotal roles, you’ll collaborate closely with our Commercial and Contract Managers to guide purchasing decisions that drive value and efficiency. From sourcing diverse goods and services to crafting tailored procurement strategies, you’ll be at the heart of CITB’s operational success.
Role: Procurement Manager – 2 positions
Location: Peterborough – up to 3 times per week, also travel to our Bircham Newton site (for tenders) when required.
Hours of Work: Full-time (35 hours per week) – Business operating hours are between 08:00 – 18:00.
Contract: Permanent
Target Salary: £58,633 per annum
Benefits Include: Car Allowance
Key Responsibilities
* Act as a category specialist in HR, IT, Marketing, providing expert knowledge to the Commercial and Contracts team and advising the most effective procurement approach.
* Develop and implement procurement strategies and manage the procurement process within its entirety, including market research, tender creation via our procurement platform, collating responses and communicating with suppliers.
* Work with the Commercial and Contract Manager, ensuring briefs and specifications are correct, attending evaluation briefings and consensus meetings, and ensuring the final contract is suitable.
* Publish all notices in line with the Public Procurement Regulations.
* Ensure all procedures are carried out in a timely manner in accordance with organisational needs.
* Ensure all procurement activities comply with Public Procurement Regulations and CITB company policies.
* Manage the lifecycle of contracts, ensuring the business is aware of contract end dates and that sufficient time is allowed for the procurement process.
* Maintain and update contractual information on our contract platform.
Essential Experience
* Excellent communication skills to influence outcomes and clarify expectations.
* Strong analytical abilities to evaluate factual information and support decision-making.
* Proven experience in various procurement approaches within the public sector.
* In-depth knowledge of procurement principles, practices, and EU frameworks.
* Understanding of cross‑functional business integration to support company‑wide objectives.
Desirable Experience
* Public Procurement experience.
* MCIPS.
* TPP accreditation.
Benefits Include
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
* Additional 3 days Christmas shutdown.
* Generous pension scheme (up to 9% employer contribution).
* Life assurance (4× salary).
* 2 paid volunteering days per year.
* 24/7 GP Services.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
Why Join CITB
CITB plays a crucial role in supporting the construction sector and its people. We invest in skills, training, and workforce development to ensure a strong future for UK construction. By joining our team, you’ll work with passionate professionals on meaningful projects that impact people and communities across the nation.
Closing Date: Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis; early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment.
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