Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for a Senior Procurement Manager to join Newcastle City Council on an initial 7-8 month temporary contract. This is a full-time role working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Key Responsibilities * To be accountable for the service performance and/or professional management of the Council's corporate procurement service and to establish clear business goals whilst ensuring it is delivering value for money and positive outcomes for people. * To contribute to meeting the Council's priorities by ensuring the delivery of quality, consistent and value for money services through effective service and business planning, partnership working and budget/performance management. * To contribute to meeting political and financial objectives by leading and encouraging the innovation of service delivery methods and improvements through active engagement with councillors, staff, trade unions, service users, communities, schools, partners, providers and businesses to improve outcomes. * To lead, develop and empower staff to support their personal achievement and contribution to the delivery of the Council's and the service's objectives. * To contribute or assist in fulfilling the statutory functions of the service including ensuring the Council's procurement framework is compliant with UK legislation Essential Requirements * Experience working as a Senior Procurement Manager * Extensive knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 & public procurement legislation * CCAB qualification Please apply with an up to date CV ASAP if this role would be of interest to you