Procurement Business Partner
Posted Today by Michael Page
£59,000 Per year
Undetermined
Undetermined
West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
Summary: This role is for a Procurement Business Partner in the public sector, focused on managing procurement activities in the West Midlands. The position requires developing category strategies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and delivering value-for-money solutions. The successful candidate will also mentor junior staff and contribute to procurement policy development. Strong stakeholder management and procurement experience in the public sector are essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as the lead advisor for procurement within designated category area.
- Develop and implement category strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
- Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders to understand needs.
- Lead a category team in delivering end-to-end procurement processes.
- Ensure compliance with public sector regulations and internal governance.
- Deliver value for money, embedding social value and sustainability.
- Manage and mentor junior procurement staff.
- Contribute to the development of procurement policies and strategies.
Key Skills:
- Experience in procurement within the public sector.
- Strong knowledge of procurement regulations and best practices.
- Proven ability to manage contracts and supplier relationships.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- A relevant professional qualification or equivalent experience.
- Analytical skills to evaluate procurement processes.
Salary (Rate): £59,000.00 yearly
City: West Midlands
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
This is an excellent opportunity for a Procurement Business Partner to join the public sector in the West Midlands. The role involves managing procurement activities and ensuring the delivery of value-for-money solution.
Client Details
This public sector organisation in the West Midlands is a medium-sized entity focused on delivering high-quality services to the community. It is committed to maintaining efficiency and achieving positive outcomes through effective procurement strategies.
Description
- Act as the lead advisor for procurement within their designated category area, developing and implementing category strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
- Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders to understand needs and deliver effective procurement solutions.
- Lead a category team in delivering end-to-end procurement processes, ensuring compliance with public sector regulations and internal governance.
- Deliver value for money, embedding social value and sustainability into procurement outcomes.
- Manage and mentor junior procurement staff, fostering professional development and high performance.
- Contribute to the development of procurement policies and strategies, identifying opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.
Profile
A successful Procurement Business Partner should have:
- Experience in procurement within the public sector.
- Strong knowledge of procurement regulations and best practices.
- Proven ability to manage contracts and supplier relationships effectively.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- A relevant professional qualification or equivalent experience.
- Analytical skills to evaluate procurement processes and identify improvements.
Job Offer
Competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £59,000 per annum.
Competitive pension
Enhanced annual leave
Agile and flexible working
National Express travelcard discount
Gym discount
Employee benefits platform