I am delighted to be working with a well established organisation, based in the Midlands, seeking an interim Head of Procurement. The role will be an initial 12 month fixed term contract, to ensure that procurement activities align with the organisation's goals, deliver value for money, and comply with relevant regulations. Leading and developing the Procurement Team in delivering international procurement category strategy on behalf of Group. Manage and mentor the procurement team, fostering a culture of customer service excellence and innovation. Provide training and support to staff on procurement best practices and systems. Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure procurement effectiveness. Conduct regular supplier evaluations to ensure quality, reliability, and compliance. Ensure procurement activities comply with local, national, and international regulations. Act as the organisation’s definitive expert on UK public procurement legislation, ensuring all tendering, contract management, and award procedures fully comply with the Procurement Act 2023 and updated financial thresholds. Monitor and report on procurement performance, identifying areas for improvement. Significant senior-level experience leading a procurement function, ideally within a complex public sector environment. A proven track record of designing and executing procurement strategies that deliver measurable commercial savings and operational efficiencies. Extensive experience running high-value, complex tender processes (above and below threshold) from specification design to contract award. Public Sector Expertise: Exceptional working knowledge of UK public procurement legislation, specifically the practical application of the Procurement Act 2023 and current transparency mandates. Commercial Acumen: Communication: Outstanding negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate complex legislative requirements into practical, commercial advice for non-procurement professionals. Highly analytical with the ability to manage complex supply chain disruptions and balance rigid compliance with the need for commercial agility. Full Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (MCIPS) is highly desirable.
Interim Legal Procurement Manager (Contract) in Coventry employer: Trinity House Group
Trinity House Group offers an exceptional work environment for the Strategic Finance Director role, situated in the vibrant city of Leeds. With a strong focus on employee development and a collaborative culture, you will have the opportunity to lead transformative initiatives while working closely with senior leadership. The company values innovation and provides unique advantages such as exposure to private equity dynamics and a chance to shape the future of a growing manufacturing business.
