Job type
PermanentLocation
LondonWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
ProcurementIndustry
Government & Public ServicesPay
6-Month Fixed Term Contract
Strategic Procurement Manager - London - 6-month fixed term contract
About the Role
Are you a procurement professional ready to lead strategic sourcing in a high-impact environment? Our client is seeking a Strategic Procurement Manager to drive best-in-class procurement practices across our organisation. This is a pivotal role where your expertise will shape procurement strategy, deliver value, and influence key decisions at a national level.
Key Responsibilities
As Strategic Procurement Manager, you will:
Lead category management for your spend area, delivering procurement strategies that align with organisational goals
Develop and implement sourcing plans, ensuring timely and compliant procurement activity
Deliver high-quality tenders in line with procurement regulations and internal policy
Provide expert commercial and contractual advice to stakeholders across the organisation
Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams to drive continuous improvement
Identify and deliver cost savings and non-financial benefits, reporting progress against KPIs
Manage and mentor a Procurement Manager, supporting their professional development
What We’re Looking For
Progressing toward CIPS or equivalent professional certification
Strong knowledge of public sector procurement and the Procurement Act 2023
Experience delivering complex tenders and achieving measurable benefits
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
Are you a procurement professional ready to lead strategic sourcing in a high-impact environment? Our client is seeking a Strategic Procurement Manager to drive best-in-class procurement practices across our organisation. This is a pivotal role where your expertise will shape procurement strategy, deliver value, and influence key decisions at a national level.
Key Responsibilities
As Strategic Procurement Manager, you will:
Lead category management for your spend area, delivering procurement strategies that align with organisational goals
Develop and implement sourcing plans, ensuring timely and compliant procurement activity
Deliver high-quality tenders in line with procurement regulations and internal policy
Provide expert commercial and contractual advice to stakeholders across the organisation
Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams to drive continuous improvement
Identify and deliver cost savings and non-financial benefits, reporting progress against KPIs
Manage and mentor a Procurement Manager, supporting their professional development
What We’re Looking For
Progressing toward CIPS or equivalent professional certification
Strong knowledge of public sector procurement and the Procurement Act 2023
Experience delivering complex tenders and achieving measurable benefits
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
