Procurement Manager

Corporate Facilities Management (CFM) supports the Council’s workforce by maintaining property assets that enable the delivery of front line services to meet the Council’s organisational objectives.

As the Procurement Manager you will oversee every stage of procurement for impactful corporate and facilities management contracts. This role is integral to the smooth running of the council. As lead procurement and contracts subject matter expert within CFM you will ensure that the Council’s strategic facilities management and ancillary contracts are properly procured and contract managed. Your work will involve not just managing processes but pioneering innovative procurement strategies that influence decision-making at the highest levels.

This role places you at the centre of strategic operations, where you will develop and implement our contract strategy for pan Council facilities management contracted services. Your contacts will be sustainable, drive change, deliver service improvements and embed social value and Council principles.

Your role also encompasses ensuring top-tier contract performance. By analysing and enhancing data systems, you’ll craft tools that report and elevate service delivery standards. With a focus on continuous improvement, you’ll apply lessons learned to refine procurement processes and drive value across the division.

Key responsibilities:

1. Provide specialist advice on procurement processes, feasibility studies, and long-term strategies to senior management and business units.
2. Lead the development, tendering, and evaluation of medium to high-value contracts, ensuring compliance with UK and European regulations.
3. Analyse market trends and contracting costs to guide procurement decisions and benchmarking for optimal cost and service delivery.
4. Enhance contract performance through data-driven analysis, IT tools, and collaboration with contract managers to achieve corporate targets.
5. Deliver workshops and guidance to staff and suppliers, improving procurement standards and fostering stronger partnerships.
6. Collaborate with external authorities and departments on joint procurements and frameworks to maximise value and efficiency.

How will you make an impact as our Procurement Manager?

We are looking for a practical, pragmatic, diverse procurement manager to get involved in all aspects of the role, bringing enthusiasm, drive, commitment and a can do attitude to a fast paced business unit. You will have considerable practical experience in procuring and managing high value service contracts in a similar environment.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Relevant qualifications such as HNC/HND or CIPS in Procurement, Business Management, or equivalent experience.
2. Experience managing procurement projects and applying PPM methodologies to deliver successful outcomes.
3. Knowledge of UK legislation, procurement regulations, and tender evaluation, ensuring compliance and excellence.
4. Strong analytical skills, leveraging data to drive informed decisions and enhance procurement strategies.
5. Market awareness to evaluate trends and costs, optimising contracts and service delivery.
6. Experienced in collaborative leadership, with the ability to engage stakeholders, lead teams, and build strong supplier relationships.
7. Proficiency in IT tools to streamline tender evaluations and performance reporting.
8. Excellent communication skills to deliver impactful workshops and presentations, enhancing tendering processes and supporting business growth.

So if you have a proven track record in procurement and contract management, a comprehensive understanding of governance processes and a track record of developing and implementing strong contacts we want to hear from you.

About us:

We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population.

At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.

Benefits and more information:

In return for all your hard work, skills and experience, you will receive:

1. A competitive base salary (pro rata for part time staff)
2. Strong supportive senior management team
3. Regular one to one supervision
4. Professional development & training opportunities
5. Clear career development pathways
6. Agile and flexible working arrangements
7. Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
8. Season ticket and cycle loans
9. Annual Leave starting at 29 days per year, increasing to 37 (with length of service) (pro rata for part time staff)
10. Wellbeing programme
11. HSF Health plan and eye care scheme
12. EAP employee assistance programme, confidential counselling and support
13. Social clubs and staff groups

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you’ll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:

1. Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
2. Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
3. If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition

Recruitment timetable

We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together programme . We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.

Salary Range (Full time equivalent) £48,618 – £55,710

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