Role: Procurement Manager
Location: Stoke
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000
Contract: Permanent
Castlefield Recruitment are currently recruiting a Procurement Manager position for a Public Sector organisation in Stoke. The role offers a number of benefits including hybrid working and a generous pension scheme.
The Role:
- Responsible for the management of all strategic procurement activity
- Deputise as appropriate for the Director of Procurement
- Set procurement strategies and present these to stakeholders
- Set strategic direction of the Procurement team including the development of annual work plans, targets and ensure the delivery of the objectives, which deliver value for money, via appropriate performance management KPI’s
- Project manage the procurement process for strategic contracts, ensuring value for money
- Take responsibility for the development of principles of effective contract management and implement necessary systems
- Ensure strategic supplier management arrangements are in place including strategic partnerships with critical suppliers
The Person:
- Strong knowledge of Public Contract Regulations
- CIPS qualified, working towards or an equivalent level of relevant experience
- Management experience desirable
- Ability to manage multiple projects at once