About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Procurement Manager to lead the sourcing and contract management of professional services across our organisation. Working within the public sector, you will ensure compliance with public procurement regulations while driving value, innovation, and performance from our supplier base.

This is a strategic role with operational responsibility, requiring strong stakeholder engagement skills, commercial insight, and a deep understanding of regulated procurement processes. You will oversee the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for professional services including legal, HR, consultancy, audit, finance, and training services.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and manage category strategies for professional services procurement in line with organisational goals and legal requirements

• Lead complex procurement projects from planning through to contract award, ensuring full compliance with Public Contracts Regulations (PCR 2015) and relevant frameworks (e.g. CCS, ESPO, NHS SBS)

• Act as a commercial advisor to internal stakeholders, offering strategic procurement input to business cases and project delivery plans

• Prepare and manage tenders, supplier evaluations, and contract negotiations using transparent and auditable processes

• Oversee contract management and supplier performance, ensuring quality of service, risk mitigation and continuous improvement

• Drive value for money, social value, and sustainability outcomes in all procurement activity

• Maintain accurate procurement documentation, audit trails and reporting in line with governance and audit requirements

• Support procurement governance and contribute to policy and process improvement

• Keep up to date with legal and market developments, promoting best practice across the organisation

About You

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Proven track record in procurement within a public sector or regulated environment

• Experience leading professional services procurement projects or categories

• Strong understanding of public procurement legislation and frameworks (PCR 2015, FOI, contract transparency, etc.)

• Confident in managing procurement across a range of stakeholders, including legal, financial and strategic partners

• Skilled in market engagement, supplier negotiations, and managing contracts for complex service arrangements

• Strong analytical, commercial and project management capabilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Qualifications:

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience

• MCIPS qualification (or working towards) is highly desirable

What We Offer

• Opportunity to shape procurement strategy within a dynamic and values-driven public service organisation

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

• Generous annual leave entitlement and public sector pension scheme

• A culture that values diversity, collaboration and continuous improvement