One of London's most vital transport operations are currently seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join a high-profile procurement function delivering essential procurement projects across a major operational business area. Role: Procurement Manager Duration: Initial 3-6 month contract Pay: Up to £420 p/day (Inside IR35 via Umbrella) Location: London Working Pattern: 2 days onsiteThis is an excellent opportunity for a procurement specialist who enjoys taking ownership of end-to-end sourcing activities, influencing senior stakeholders, negotiating with suppliers and delivering compliant procurement strategies that drive real value. Working within a busy procurement team, you'll lead procurement projects from strategy development through to contract award and contract management. Key Responsibilities: Developing procurement strategies and sourcing plans Running end-to-end tendering and sourcing exercises Drafting contract award papers and procurement documentation Managing supplier engagement and negotiations Supporting contract management activities Conducting market analysis and supplier evaluations Managing procurement pipelines and reporting Ensuring compliance with public sector procurement regulations Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliersIn this role, you'll partner with engineers, project managers and operational stakeholders to ensure procurement activities support critical business objectives. Key Requirements: Experience within transport, infrastructure, utilities, engineering or other highly regulated sectors End-to-end procurement experience from strategy through to contract award Strong supplier negotiation skills Public sector procurement experience Contract management experience Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Experience working in regulated or complex environments Ability to manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously CIPS or RICS membership (or working towards) SAP experience Experience using e-procurement toolsIf you're a proactive Procurement Manager with strong commercial acumen, excellent negotiation skills and a track record of delivering compliant procurement outcomes, apply now