Interim Procurement Manager

We're partnering with a respected regulatory organisation to recruit an experienced Interim Procurement Manager to lead and deliver a wide range of procurement activities across a complex and evolving environment. This is a short-term assignment to provide procurement leadership and continuity while the organisation completes the recruitment and onboarding of a permanent appointment.

Client Details

The organisation operates in the Public Sector in London.

Description

Leading full procurement lifecycle activities from requirement gathering through to contract award. Providing procurement expertise and advice to stakeholders across the organisation. Ensuring compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and wider public sector procurement requirements. Managing supplier and contractual risk while driving value for money. Supporting contract management and supplier performance monitoring. Maintaining robust procurement records and audit trails. Managing and developing a small procurement team. Contributing to procurement strategy, policy development, and process improvement initiatives.

Profile

A successful 'Interim Procurement Manager' should have:

Extensive experience leading end-to-end procurement exercises within the public sector. Strong knowledge of public procurement legislation and regulations. Experience procuring across categories such as IT, digital, consultancy, and professional services. Understanding of government frameworks and spend controls. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. MCIPS qualification (or equivalent relevant procurement credentials).

Job Offer

Interim Procurement Manager contract in London for 3 months. Could potentially extend but no guarentee. £550 per day inside IR35. Hybrid working