Procurement Manager - Professional Services

Procurement Manager - Professional Services

To lead procurement and contract management activities within the Professional Services category. This includes developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, ensuring contract compliance, and delivering value for money through effective procurement.

Key Responsibilities Procurement & Contract Management

Lead the full procurement lifecycle for Professional Services from strategy to contract award.

Monitor and manage contracts to ensure delivery, compliance, and performance.

Engage with stakeholders to assess needs and identify procurement solutions.

Resolve operational issues and support contract performance reviews.

Category & Tendering

Develop and deliver category strategies aligned with business goals.

Conduct market analysis and supplier evaluations.

Draft tender documentation, lead sourcing exercises, and oversee evaluations.

Ensure compliant and effective procurement processes, including EU/UK notices.

Contribute to budget setting and tracking contract spend.

Maintain accurate financial records and support cost/value assessments.

Reporting & Governance

Produce high-quality procurement and performance reports.

Maintain an accurate procurement pipeline and track progress against key targets.

Responsible Procurement & Compliance

Embed social value, sustainability, and equalities into procurement activity.

Ensure compliance with legislation, governance, and data protection requirements.

People & Performance

Manage, develop, and support junior procurement staff.

Foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment.

Support process improvement and procurement transformation initiatives.

Identify opportunities to enhance procurement practices and deliver better outcomes.

Person Specification Experience

5+ years in procurement and contract management, ideally within Professional Services

Knowledge of public sector procurement rules and tendering practices

Experience managing end-to-end sourcing and supplier relationships

Background in third-party risk management is advantageous

Degree in business, finance or similar preferred

CIPS membership or working towards MCIPS desirable

Skills

Strong communication and negotiation abilities

Excellent organisational and project management skills

Financial and data literacy; analytical approach to problem-solving

Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel, SharePoint, and Teams

Knowledge

Understanding of procurement best practices and commercial documentation

Familiarity with responsible procurement, equalities, GDPR, and FOI compliance

• Up to 41 days holiday
• Public sector leading pension
• Hybrid working 2 days on site 3 days at home