Procurement Manager

1 day ago


Essex South East, Eastern England, United Kingdom Global Technology Solutions Ltd Full time

Job Title: Category Manager Procurement
Location: Thurrock Hybrid
Hours: Office Hours
Rate: £325 per day, inside ir35, umbrella contractors only

Job Purpose:
To manage assigned procurement categories, support the full commercial lifecycle, and lead high-value procurement projects across various directorates. The role focuses on delivering strategic procurement activities, driving cost efficiencies, and ensuring best value for the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Category Management: Lead procurement opportunities, conduct category analysis, and implement innovative solutions to reduce costs and achieve efficiencies.
  • Procurement Expertise: Provide support across procurement processes, including training, market intelligence, contract specification drafting, and end-to-end tendering.
  • Category Planning: Collaborate with Council Officers to develop strategies for supplier engagement across sectors.
  • Compliance and Best Practices: Ensure contracts align with best practices, maintain audit transparency, and comply with governance policies.
  • Value Delivery: Leverage the Council's buying power to achieve the lowest whole-life costs and best economic value.
  • Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and maintain productive relationships with suppliers to enhance contract outcomes.
  • Contract Management Support: Offer subject matter expertise to support contract managers and suppliers, adhering to the Councils Contract Management Framework.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Address and manage stakeholder requirements with professionalism and responsiveness.
  • Reporting and Documentation: Produce management reports and maintain records to support transparency and policy implementation.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Proven experience in procurement and category management.
  • Strong knowledge of procurement policies, governance, and market analysis.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to manage high-value procurement projects and deliver cashable savings.
  • Previous experience in a local government or housing association role


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