Procurement Assistant Managers
| Job Type | Contract or Temp |
| Area | Essex, England |
| Sector | Government / Local Government - Local Government |
| Salary | Competitive |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Jill Worrell |
| Job Ref | 689090 |
| Job Views | 144 |
- Description
- Procurement Assistant Manager Roles
We are seeking experienced procurement professionals with strong hands-on experience in tendering within a public sector environment. The initial focus will be on delivering sourcing activity, with opportunities to work across a variety of categories. The role will evolve to incorporate category and contract management responsibilities.
This is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract with the strong possibility of being extended.
Available Opportunities:
Procurement Assistant Manager – Procurement Partnership
- Work across various local government bodies, leading a wide range of sourcing projects.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to drive forward procurement initiatives within partner authorities.
- Engage with stakeholders in sustainable growth initiatives.
- Manage and execute end-to-end tender processes on impactful projects.
- Support strategic sourcing initiatives across the team.
- Provide procurement services for housing and construction projects.
- Focus on category management and sourcing of professional services and housing construction.
- Support wider construction projects, including framework call-offs.
Why Join Us?
- Make a difference in the local community by supporting sustainable and responsible procurement.
- Be part of a close-knit team within a large procurement function, offering extensive experience and support.
- Opportunity to work within a nationally recognized, high-performing procurement team.
- Open to professionals from both public and private sector backgrounds.
- Comprehensive training and development pathways, including full support toward CIPS/MCIPS qualifications.
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
- Competitive pension scheme.
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- Standard 37-hour working week.
- Potential for continuous service recognition for those joining from other local government roles.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, maintain, and implement category strategies aligned with procurement objectives.
- Deliver innovative solutions in complex projects to enhance service levels and reduce costs.
- Advise senior stakeholders on the commercial and financial viability of procurement strategies.
- Manage supplier performance, ensuring contractual obligations are met and risks are mitigated.
- Drive continuous improvement and lead commercial negotiations to align with business requirements.
- Oversee tenders and sourcing activities to ensure compliance with legislation and internal policies.
- Work with suppliers and stakeholders to identify and address gaps in market provision.
- Provide expert advice on procurement and contractual matters.
- Promote best practices in procurement and ensure policies remain up to date.
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Educated to A level or equivalent, with a professional procurement qualification (MCIPS or working towards it) or equivalent experience.
- Strong knowledge of category management and its application in complex commercial settings.
- Experience leading and managing multiple tenders under public sector regulations.
- In-depth understanding of public sector procurement law and upcoming reforms, with the ability to communicate legal requirements effectively.
- Ability to navigate political and stakeholder-driven environments.