What experience do you have in managing challenging stakeholders and running tenders in a local authority setting? Are you immediately availabel or on a short notice period?
An exciting opportunity as a Interim Procurement Manager at a Local Authority, working for a 6-month contract with the possibility of extension. Responsible for managing challenging stakeholders, running tenders, and ensuring compliance with procurement legislation changes. Ideal for a confident negotiator with experience in procurement and advising on specifications. The role involves hands-on support for a team and requires presence in the office 2-3 days per week.
Main responsibilities:
1. Prepare for changes in procurement legislation PR24 by managing challenging stakeholders and running tenders
2. Draft documents, advise on specifications, and oversee the procurement process from start to finish
3. Ensure compliance with PCR and work on a variety of categories including, facilities maintenance, housing, property repairs and professional services
4. Deal with challenging stakeholders by having frank conversations and being willing to say no when necessary
Person specification:
5. Experience in managing challenging stakeholders effectively, including having frank conversations and being able to say no when necessary
6. Ability to run tenders, draft documents, and advise on specifications, demonstrating a clear understanding of procurement processes
7. Confidence in negotiating and challenging, ensuring compliance with procurement legislation such as PCR
8. Capability to manage the entire procurement process from start to finish, showcasing a high level of professionalism and expertise
9. Qualification in CIPS is highly desirable, but consideration can be given if other relevant experience is demonstrated
10. Experience in Local Authority
11. Availability to start immediately, with a willingness to work on a 6-month contract basis
An opportunity has arisen for a Interim Procurement Manager role at a local authority. If you have experience in managing challenging stakeholders, running tenders, and advising on specifications, we encourage you to apply.