Your new company
Are you an experienced procurement professional with a proven track record of delivering public sector procurement projects, leading strategic sourcing activities and driving commercial value through compliant procurement practices?We are supporting a large public sector organisation seeking an experienced Interim Procurement Business Partner to provide strategic procurement leadership across a diverse portfolio of goods, services and capital projects. This is a high profile role where you will work closely with senior stakeholders, influencing decision making and delivering commercial outcomes that support organisational objectives, financial sustainability and service improvement.
Your new role
As a trusted procurement advisor, you will act as the key interface between procurement and operational stakeholders, leading end-to-end procurement activity, developing category strategies and ensuring full compliance with UK public procurement legislation and governance requirements. You will lead complex procurement programmes, support organisational change initiatives, identify opportunities for efficiencies and savings, and deliver sustainable commercial solutions that drive value for money.
Lead complex end-to-end procurement and tendering activities across a broad range of spend categories.
Develop and implement category, sourcing and procurement strategies aligned to organisational objectives.
Deliver compliant procurement exercises in accordance with UK public procurement legislation and associated governance frameworks.
Provide expert procurement and commercial advice to senior stakeholders across multiple business functions.
Support the development of specifications, evaluation methodologies and contract award recommendations.
Lead supplier engagement, market analysis and commercial negotiations.
Deliver savings, cost improvement initiatives and value creation programmes.
Produce business cases, options appraisals, procurement reports and board-level papers.
Undertake commercial, financial and risk analysis to support procurement decisions.
Drive contract management, supplier performance management and continuous improvement activities.
Lead and influence multidisciplinary project teams to deliver procurement outcomes.
Ensure robust audit trails, gover...
Procurement Business Partner in Cheltenham employer: Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited Careers
Hays Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for SEN SLD/PMLD teachers in the Hounslow/Hillingdon area. With access to exclusive vacancies, ongoing professional development, and a dedicated consultant to guide your career, you will find ample opportunities for growth while making a meaningful impact on the lives of pupils with special educational needs. Join us to be part of a community that values inclusivity and fosters both personal and professional development.
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