Strategic Procurement Manager (Interim)

Job Title: Strategic Procurement Manager (Interim)

Location: Hall Ings, Bradford, BD1 1HX

Contract duration: 3+ Months- 2 days in office, 3 remote

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Start Date: ASAP

Pay Rate: PAYE £392.00 per day

Job Ref: (phone number removed)

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage strategic procurement activity across Bradford Metropolitan District Council.
• Develop and implement effective procurement strategies that support the Council's financial, operational and strategic objectives.
• Manage end-to-end procurement exercises, from initial requirements and market engagement through to tendering, evaluation, award and contract mobilisation.
• Work closely with internal service areas to understand requirements, challenge specifications and identify opportunities for improved value and efficiency.
• Provide professional procurement advice and guidance to managers, stakeholders and project teams.
• Identify opportunities to deliver cost savings, efficiencies, improved value for money and commercial benefits.
• Lead complex and high-value procurement projects, ensuring appropriate governance, controls and documentation are maintained.
• Develop procurement plans, tender documentation, evaluation processes and recommendations in line with Council requirements.
• Engage effectively with suppliers and the wider market to understand capability, capacity, pricing and opportunities for innovation.
• Support effective contract management and supplier performance, addressing issues and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Ensure procurement activity complies with relevant legislation, Council policies, procedures and governance requirements.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, reports, documentation and audit trails.
• Work collaboratively with finance, legal, commissioning, operational and other professional teams where required.
• Monitor procurement activity, deadlines, risks and commercial outcomes and provide clear progress updates to senior stakeholders.
• Support the development of procurement and commercial improvements across the organisation.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to delivering effective, transparent and commercially sound procurement outcomes.

Person Specification

• Proven experience working in strategic procurement, preferably within a complex public sector or large organisational environment.
• Strong understanding of strategic sourcing, tendering, contract award and supplier management processes.
• Experience managing procurement projects from requirements definition through to contract award and implementation.
• Ability to develop effective procurement strategies and identify opportunities for savings, efficiencies and value for money.
• Knowledge of relevant public sector procurement legislation, regulations, policies and governance requirements.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to assess supplier, financial and contractual considerations.
• Experience working with internal stakeholders to develop specifications, procurement plans and tender documentation.
• Strong negotiation, supplier-management and stakeholder-engagement skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide clear and professional advice.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex information and make sound recommendations.
• Ability to manage multiple procurement exercises, competing priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation and audit compliance.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of assignments and provide professional procurement advice.
• Strong collaborative approach and ability to build effective relationships with colleagues, suppliers and senior stakeholders.
• Ability to work confidently in a fast-paced environment and respond effectively to changing organisational priorities.
• Commitment to transparency, ethical procurement, value for money and continuous improvement.

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