Interim Procurement Category Manager – Corporate

Based in London, hybrid working – 2 days onsite

Length: 3 months with potential for extension

We are working with a Local Authority who are looking to appoint an interim Procurement Category Manager who will lead and manage procurement activity across the Corporate category, delivering compliant, value-for-money procurement solutions that support the Council's strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead procurement activity across the Corporate category, including but not limited to:
• Professional Services
• HR and Recruitment
• ICT (where applicable)
• Consultancy
• Corporate Contracts
• Develop and implement category strategies aligned to organisational priorities
• Manage end-to-end procurement exercises from market engagement through to contract award.
• Ensure all procurements are compliant with the Procurement Act 2023 and associated regulations
• Provide expert procurement advice to commissioners, budget holders and senior stakeholders
• Draft procurement documentation including tender documents, evaluation methodologies and contract schedules
• Lead supplier engagement and market analysis to identify innovation and value opportunities
• Deliver savings, cost avoidance and wider social value outcomes
• Support contract mobilisation and handover to contract management teams
• Maintain accurate procurement records and governance documentation
• Mentor procurement colleagues and share best practice relating to PA23 implementation

Key Requirements/Experience:

• MCIPS qualified (or significant relevant experience)
• Significant procurement experience within the public sector, preferably within Local Government
• Delivering procurements using the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23)
• Proven experience managing Corporate procurement categories
• Ability to manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously

The successful interim will be expected to:

• Deliver a portfolio of compliant Corporate procurements
• Ensure all procurement activity aligns with the Procurement Act 2023
• Achieve agreed savings and value-for-money targets
• Improve procurement planning across assigned services
• Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers
• Support the continued embedding of PA23 across the organisation