At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead procurement transformation and improve processes in a dynamic public sector environment.
- Company: Join a reputable public sector organisation making impactful changes.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and a supportive team culture.
- Other info: 12-18 month contract with opportunities for meaningful impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in procurement while enhancing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in public sector procurement and strong leadership abilities.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
A public sector organisation is seeking an Interim Head of Procurement/Director of Procurement to support the function through an important period of change and improvement. Working with an established procurement team, you will focus on strengthening procurement processes, embedding best practice and supporting the delivery of key transformation initiatives. This is a 12-18-month contract based in Birmingham, with 2 days per week in the office.
As Interim Head of Procurement, you will provide experienced leadership to the procurement function, ensuring continuity of service while driving targeted improvements across procurement and contract management activities.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Leading and supporting an established procurement team
- Driving procurement improvement and transformation initiatives
- Strengthening contract management, governance and supplier performance
- Ensuring compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and public sector regulations
- Supporting stakeholders across the organisation on procurement and commercial matters
- Delivering procurement activity, sourcing projects and value-for-money outcomes
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Experience operating at Head of Procurement or Senior Procurement Manager level within the public sector
- A track record of delivering procurement change, improvement or transformation programmes
- Strong knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and public sector procurement frameworks
- Experience of contract management, governance and supplier relationship management
- Strong people leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
- A practical, hands-on approach with the ability to deliver improvements quickly
What you’ll get in return:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- 12-18-month contract with the opportunity to lead meaningful procurement improvement
- Hybrid working with 2 days per week in the Birmingham office
- Opportunity to strengthen procurement capability and governance within a well-established team
- Supportive working environment with scope to make a tangible impact
If you are an experienced public sector procurement leader with a background in transformation, governance, and contract management, this is an excellent opportunity to deliver meaningful improvements and add value during a key period of change.
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