Summary: The Procurement and Business Partner role at NICE involves leading strategic procurement activities with a focus on contract management and stakeholder engagement. The position requires an experienced professional to manage a non-pay budget of approximately £28m while ensuring compliance with procurement regulations. The role also includes developing training programs and providing expert advice on procurement matters. This is an opportunity to work in a supportive and dynamic environment with flexible hybrid working options.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead NICE’s procurement of goods and services with a non-pay budget of approximately £28m.
• Provide expert leadership in procurement processes and contract management across NICE.
• Cultivate and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Offer professional advice on complex procurement and contractual matters.
• Lead and support the development and delivery of training programmes on procurement standards.
• Oversee and manage tenders and ensure financial and operational compliance.

Key Skills:

• Master’s degree or equivalent experience in procurement or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of procurement methods, commercial law, and business analysis techniques.
• Experience in managing procurement strategies within a public sector context.
• Proven ability to provide leadership in procurement and contract management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrable experience in managing and motivating teams.
• High level of attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.

Salary (Rate): £70,000.00

City: Manchester

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other