Strategic Procurement Manager

Strategic Procurement Manager
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About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Strategic Procurement Manager to join our Strategic Procurement & Contract Management team. Reporting to the Head of Procurement & Contract Management you will act as the Councils procurement expert across designated directorates and categories of spending. You will lead high-value complex procurements provide strategic commercial advice to senior leaders and ensure contracts deliver maximum value for money for residents.

Key Responsibilities
Lead procurement and category strategies
Manage complex procurements end-to-end
Provide commercial advice to senior stakeholders
Ensure compliance with procurement legislation
Drive value for money and innovation
Lead supplier and contract management
Develop procurement plans and pipelines
Analyse spend and deliver savings
Manage and develop procurement team members and wider Council
Represent procurement at boards and partnerships and deputise for the Head of Procurement where required

About You
Significant public sector procurement experience
Strong track record delivering complex procurements
Strong knowledge of procurement regulations
Strong stakeholder engagement and management skills
Leadership experience
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to self-reflect to enable change and challenge to deliver better outcomes

Qualifications
CIPS Professional Diploma (or working towards) or equivalent experience

Why Join Us
Shape strategic procurement across the Council
Work on high-impact community projects
Collaborative and forward-thinking team
Professional development opportunities

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The closing date for the receipt of applications is 29/9/26however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

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Additional Information

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