Details:
- Salary: £380 - 420 - Day
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: London
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
One of London's most vital transport operations are currently seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join a high-profile procurement function delivering essential procurement projects across a major operational business area.
Role: Procurement Manager
Duration: Initial 3-6 month contract
Pay: Up to £420 p/day (Inside IR35 via Umbrella)
Location: London
Working Pattern: 2 days onsiteThis is an excellent opportunity for a procurement specialist who enjoys taking ownership of end-to-end sourcing activities, influencing senior stakeholders, negotiating with suppliers and delivering compliant procurement strategies that drive real value.
Working within a busy procurement team, you'll lead procurement projects from strategy development through to contract award and contract management.
Key Responsibilities:
Developing procurement strategies and sourcing plans
Running end-to-end tendering and sourcing exercises
Drafting contract award papers and procurement documentation
Managing supplier engagement and negotiations
Supporting contract management activities
Conducting market analysis and supplier evaluations
Managing procurement pipelines and reporting
Ensuring compliance with public sector procurement regulations
Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliersIn this role, you'll partner with engineers, project managers and operational stakeholders to ensure procurement activities support critical business objectives.
Key Requirements:
Experience within transport, infrastructure, utilities, engineering or other highly regulated sectors
End-to-end procurement experience from strategy through to contract award
Strong supplier negotiation skills
Public sector procurement experience
Contract management experience
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Experience working in regulated or complex environments
Ability to manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously
CIPS or RICS membership (or working towards)
SAP experience
Experience using e-procurement toolsIf you're a proactive Procurement Manager with strong commercial acumen, excellent negotiation skills and a track record of delivering compliant procurement outcomes, apply now