Interim Professional Lead for Procurement and Commercial Services

Interim Professional Lead for Procurement and Commercial Services

Contract Civic Recruitment Limited Remote Job

Posted On 28/01/2026

Job Information

Interim & Executive Management

Job Description

This is a remote position.

3 months contract with a local authority Summary

• The Professional Lead - Procurement and Commercial is a strategic leadership role within a local authority, responsible for guiding a team of 12 procurement and commercial specialists. The role is crucial in ensuring the delivery of an effective, value-driven procurement function that supports Council service areas in achieving their strategic commissioning objectives. The postholder will play a key role in securing strong operational, financial, and social value outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and support a team of 12 procurement and commercial professionals.
• Provide expert guidance, coaching, and direction to ensure high-quality procurement outcomes.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing culture within the procurement and commercial function.
• Oversee all procurement activity, ensuring it is efficient, compliant, and achieves best value.
• Act as a key enabler for service areas, supporting the delivery of commissioning aims and outcomes.
• Drive improvement in procurement practices, tools, templates, and procedures.
• Ensure full implementation and embedding of the Procurement Act 2023 across the Council.
• Lead the rollout and oversight of the Contract Module within the new Finance system.
• Support the introduction of updated Contract Procedure Rules and new procurement-related tasks.

Essential Experience Required

• Significant experience in public sector procurement, including leading strategic procurement activity.

Demonstrable experience managing and developing high-performing teams.

Strong ability to navigate political environments and support councillors with informed advice.

Essential Qualifications Required

Evidence of ongoing professional development in procurement, commissioning, or commercial management.

Additional Information

• Working hours: 35 hours per week
• This role will be mainly remote, with occasional office days in Llandrindod Wells.
• The position is expected to commence in February for a contract of up to 6 months, with the potential for a permanent appointment.
• Bi-weekly payments are standard.
• Enhanced DBS required for the role.

The role closes on 3rd Feb 2026, apply ASAP.