Join a busy commercial team supporting complex procurement activity within a high-profile public sector environment. We are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to lead and deliver a range of procurement projects, from full tender exercises through to direct awards, while building strong relationships with key stakeholders. This is a fast-paced role offering the opportunity to make an immediate impact within a large public sector organisation.

Role Overview

As a Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activities, ensuring compliance, value for money, and efficient service delivery. You will work closely with engineers, project managers, and suppliers to support key procurement programmes and deliver successful outcomes.

Key Information

• Location: Hybrid working – 2-3 days per week in the Southwark office, remainder working from home
• Rate: £312.24 PAYE or £420 Umbrella per day
• Contract: Until 18 December 2026, with a strong likelihood of extension
• Start Date: ASAP
• Interview Process: Microsoft Teams
• Equipment: Own laptop required

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage procurement projects from strategy through to contract award.
• Deliver end-to-end procurement activities, including tenders, direct awards, and single-source procurements.
• Draft procurement strategies, contract award papers, and sourcing documentation.
• Manage procurement timelines, reporting, and pipeline updates.
• Engage with suppliers and lead commercial negotiations.
• Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and project teams.
• Support the organisation in achieving value for money and procurement compliance.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Strong public sector procurement experience.
• Proven experience managing end-to-end procurements.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Contract management experience.
• Experience liaising with engineers, project managers, and other technical stakeholders.
• SAP experience.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience using procurement systems and tools would be advantageous.

If you are an experienced procurement professional available at short notice and looking to join a busy and collaborative commercial team, we'd love to hear from you.