Procurement Manager£40,000 - £45,000StockportOffice Based/Flexible Working
This is an excellent opportunity for a suitably experienced, Public Sector Procurement Manager to join an established business based in Stockport. Due to growth within the Procurement Department this role will be responsible for leading the overall approach procurement, ensuring the business is effective and compliant with legislation.Responsibilities
1. Be the procurement expert and lead the procurement service, ensuring that it is robust, and that all procurement activity is undertaken in compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and related legislation.
2. Ensure Procurement Service Plan and Contract Procedure Rules are fit for purpose and that procurement activity is in line with the businesses Financial Regulations, VFM Strategy & EDI Strategy.
3. Help develop and shape the approach to Social Value delivered through contracts.
4. Work proactively with stakeholders to develop and maintain Contract Register and Procurement Forward Plan to ensure that effective and efficient procurement and contract management activity is delivered that drives continuous improvement and maximises value for money.
5. Ensure the procurement service contributes to compliance with the Regulator's Economic and Consumer Standards as well as other legal / regulatory requirements.
6. Be committed to customer experience and excellence...