We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Suffolk to assist with the appointment of a Procurement Business Partner, on a 3-month contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.
Rate of Pay: £18.81 - £23.93 per Hour
Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Procurement Business Partner to support the delivery of strategic procurement projects and value-driven sourcing strategies. You will work closely with senior stakeholders to ensure commercial best practices, value for money, and effective supplier management across key spend categories.
Responsibilities:
* Partner with directorates to provide procurement advice and commercial challenge.
* Develop and implement procurement and category strategies.
* Drive cost savings, value-added benefits, and social value through procurement.
* Lead multidisciplinary teams and manage procurement projects from inception to completion.
* Provide market intelligence and spend analysis to support data-driven decisions.
Qualifications:
* Degree-level education or equivalent experience.
* Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) qualification (or working towards it).
Experience Required:
* Substantial experience in procurement within a large, complex organization.
* Proven track record of delivering savings and value through procurement.
* Experience using procurement systems (e.g., Oracle, P2P, e-tendering platforms).
* Previous involvement in drafting tender documentation and evaluation processes.
Essential Criteria:
* Understanding of public procurement regulations and best practices.
* Ability to manage complex procurement projects from start to finish.
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
* Strong analytical thinking and commercial acumen.
Please note:
* You should be available to work immediately or at short notice.
* You should have the right to work in the U.K.
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