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About Our Client
This is an exciting opportunity to join a large organisation in the Public Sector, headquartered in Leicester. The company excels in providing exceptional services and prides itself on its commitment to community engagement and sustainable practices.
Job Description
Key responsibilities for the Procurement Manager role include:
* Lead end-to-end procurement for high-value projects (£200,000 to £25 million) and mid-value projects (£25,000 to £200,000), ensuring compliance with legislation and regulations.
* Support low-value procurements (under £25,000), offering expert guidance to teams.
* Contribute to and implement procurement strategies, ensuring alignment with business goals.
* Conduct market research to inform decisions, identifying cost drivers and innovations.
* Build strong relationships with stakeholders, balancing needs with effective risk management.
* Maintain and update the strategic procurement pipeline.
* Ensure all procurements adhere to internal policies and legal requirements.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Procurement Manager should have:
* 3 years of experience working in public sector procurement.
* Experience in conducting major procurement exercises in a multitude of categories, ranging from hard and soft facilities, responsive and planned repairs, development, and back-office solutions.
* Strong negotiation and communication skills.
* Experience in managing contracts and delivering improved supplier performance.
* Proficiency in using procurement software and related tools.
* The ability to analyse data and provide meaningful insights.
What's on Offer
* A salary of £49,401.
* Based in Leicester.
* A friendly and supportive work environment.
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