Strategic Procurement Specialist

21 hours ago


Greater Manchester, United Kingdom Maxim Recruitment Full time

A dynamic opportunity has arisen for a talented Procurement Consultant to join our team at Maxim Recruitment. We are seeking an individual with a strong background in procurement strategy and tender preparation to work alongside a highly skilled team delivering best-in-class strategic procurement and contract advice.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to travel nationally and internationally to service and manage key commissions for our blue-chip client portfolio. A competitive salary package is on offer commensurate with experience, estimated to be in the range of £55,000 - £70,000 per annum.

About the Role
  • As a Senior Procurement and Contracts Consultant, you will provide specialist procurement strategy advice to public and private sector clients.
  • You will be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement services, supporting the development of procurement services provided by Turner & Townsend, and contributing to the delivery of team and wider business targets.

This exciting opportunity requires a professional with a strong background across the procurement lifecycle, including strategy development, tender preparation, and contract management. Previous experience of providing specialist procurement strategy advice to public and private sector clients is essential.

Key Responsibilities
  • To provide expert procurement advice to clients, developing tailored solutions to meet their needs.
  • To lead and manage procurement projects, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery.
  • To collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic procurement and contract advice.

Success in this role will require excellent communication and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders. If you are a motivated and experienced procurement professional looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.



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