Procurement Manager (FTC) in York

The Procurement Manager will oversee procurement activities, this role will offer forward thinking insight across a specific category. You will provide insight and support with PA23 and how best to adhere to the latest public sector regulations in a fast-paced regulated environment.

This is an established public sector organisation, who operate on a national level. They are going through a large digital transformation, utilising technology and being customer focused.

Developing and implementing category and sourcing strategies for a large, regulated organisation, delivering value-for-money outcomes across both below-threshold and regulated procurement activity, including procurements conducted under the Procurement Act 2023. Ensuring procurement and contract strategies align with organisational governance, regulatory requirements and wider commercial objectives. Conducting market and supply chain analysis across UK and international markets to identify opportunities for innovation, cost optimisation, risk mitigation and service improvement. Leading complex end-to-end procurement exercises, including tender development, supplier engagement, evaluation, moderation and contract award, maintaining robust audit trails and governance throughout. Negotiating and establishing commercial agreements across a range of categories, ensuring appropriate contractual protections, stakeholder requirements and operational objectives are achieved. Managing procurement activity in accordance with relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks, including Procurement Act 2023 requirements, transparency obligations and organisational compliance standards. Supporting the implementation and optimisation of procurement and contract management processes through ERP and digital procurement systems, driving improved data quality, reporting and commercial controls. Partnering with business and technology stakeholders to deliver strategic sourcing activity across digital, technology and operational service categories.

Proven end-to-end procurement experience within complex, regulated environments, with strong knowledge of Procurement Act 2023 requirements. Experience developing and delivering procurement and category strategies across technology, digital and business services spend. Strong commercial, contract management and negotiation skills, delivering value-for-money outcomes and effective supplier relationships. Experience using ERP, eTendering and contract management systems to support sourcing, governance and reporting activities. Sound understanding of procurement legislation, commercial contracts, framework agreements and supplier evaluation methodologies.

This is an exciting time to join this organisation, this is a 12 month fixed-term contract supporting an established procurement team. You will be based in York, offering hybrid working, and a salary starting at £52,000.