Strategic Procurement Specialist

1 day ago


Ipswich, United Kingdom Opus People Solutions Ltd Full time

At Opus People Solutions Ltd, we are seeking an experienced Strategic Procurement Specialist to join our team. This is a key role within the Assets and Investment Team, supporting the Council in delivering high-quality commercial and procurement support.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of working at a senior level in procurement, with a deep understanding of contract law and experience in developing and implementing business processes that align with departmental and corporate objectives.

This is a temporary position lasting 3-6 months, with an estimated salary of £29,560 per annum based on the location and industry standards. The role will involve providing commercial leadership and critical support on corporate projects, as well as assisting Directorates with the development of robust procurement and commissioning business cases.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Delivering high-quality commercial and procurement support to the Council
  • Managing defined commissioning, procurement, and implementation activities
  • Ensuring a high quality of service provision and delivering recurring cost-effective outcomes
  • Formulating and driving a consistent approach towards all sourcing, purchasing, and tendering activity

The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to analyse complex data and present to a variety of audiences. Experience of effective change management and partnership development is also essential.



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