Michael Page Procurement & Supply Chain
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.
Client Details
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.
Description
- 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.
Profile
- 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.
Job Offer
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.
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
Make this application stronger
Use these quick checks before applying so your CV, interview preparation and job search are better matched to this vacancy.
Before you apply
Check the key details and make sure the role matches what you are looking for.
- Review the job title, company, location, salary and working pattern if provided.
- Check the skills, experience or qualifications requested by the employer.
- Make sure the commute, hours and contract type are realistic for you.
Tailor your CV
For Accounting & Finance Jobs, highlight the most relevant skills, experience and achievements linked to this type of work. Keep it honest, clear and focused on what the employer is asking for.
Use the CV Builder or browse Career Advice.
Prepare for interview
If your application is successful, prepare simple examples that show your motivation, strengths and suitability.
Keep searching smarter
Do not rely on one application. Keep searching similar roles and set up alerts so new vacancies reach you faster.