Assistant Procurement Manager

Key requirements for the position include:

Managing multiple procurement projects simultaneously across a range of category areas.

Leading and delivering end-to-end procurement exercises in accordance with public sector procurement legislation and best practice.

Category management experience, including sourcing strategy development, supplier management and stakeholder engagement.

Experience of contract implementation, negotiation, risk management and delivering procurement outcomes within complex organisations.

MCIPS qualified, or able to demonstrate equivalent professional procurement experience.

Ability to engage credibly with senior stakeholders and manage a varied workload with minimal supervision.

Strong working knowledge of PCR 2015 and the Procurement Act, with proven experience of delivering compliant procurement activity in line with governance and regulatory requirements.

Experience of independently leading procurement projects and providing commercial advice to stakeholders.

Essential local government procurement experience.

To apply for this role you must have:

Be eligible to work within the UK

We offer:

An excellent referral scheme for each successfully placed referral

Certified complimentary training

24 hour one on one specialist social work consultant based within your geographical area

Employee Benefits Programme

Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment - we offer twice weekly payroll too!

For more information or details of other roles, please contact Simone at Social Care Locums or visit our website to upload your CV.