You will:
- Lead all procurement activity across the business, ensuring compliance with relevant public procurement legislation, the Procurement Act 2023, and internal Contract Procedure Rules.
- Plan and deliver procurement exercises including open and restricted tenders, direct awards, mini-competitions, and the use of frameworks, dynamic purchasing systems, or dynamic markets.
- Manage the publication of all statutory notices including contract award notices, pipeline notices, and transparency obligations.
- Monitor regulatory and market developments to ensure organisational compliance and readiness.
- Provide expert advice on appropriate procurement routes, supporting managers in developing specifications, evaluation criteria and supplier engagement approaches.
- Act as the organisational lead on all framework usage, including establishing and managing call-offs, and mini-competitions.
- Maintain and develop the organisation’s contract register, ensuring visibility, and proactive contract management.
- Monitor and report on procurement activity, including spend analysis, supplier performance, and compliance.
- Engage with internal stakeholders to build procurement knowledge, ensure understanding of obligations, and promote best practice.
- Support audit and assurance activities relating to procurement governance, value for money, and statutory compliance.

This is a full-time role for an initial 6-month fixed-term contract, paying up to £46k. You will be expected to work on site in Newport 3 days a week, with two from home.