Procurement Manager - 3-Month Fixed Term Contract

The Role

Reporting into senior leadership, you will take ownership of procurement activity across the organisation, ensuring compliant, transparent and value-for-money outcomes.

Because this is a short-term appointment, the client needs someone who can step in quickly, take control of live activity and deliver from the outset.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end procurement activity, from requirement specification through to contract award and mobilisation
• Ensure all procurement is conducted in line with current public procurement legislation, including the Procurement Act 2023 and relevant internal policies
• Manage a live pipeline of tenders, quotations and framework call-offs, working to tight deadlines
• Provide expert guidance to internal stakeholders on procurement routes, compliance and best practice
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships, driving performance, savings and social value outcomes
• Oversee contract management, including KPI monitoring, renewals and risk mitigation
• Prepare clear reporting and documentation to support governance and audit requirements
• Identify opportunities for efficiency, cost reduction and process improvement

About You

• Proven experience as a Procurement Manager or Senior Procurement professional, ideally within the public sector, local government, NHS, education or a regulated environment
• Strong working knowledge of public procurement regulations, frameworks and tendering processes
• Demonstrable experience of managing high-value, complex procurements and negotiating with suppliers
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills at all levels
• Able to hit the ground running and deliver in a fast-paced, time-bound assignment
• MCIPS qualified or part-qualified is desirable
• Immediate or short-notice availability will be highly advantageous

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of £50,000 - £55,000 per annum, pro rata
• A high-impact assignment within a respected public sector organisation
• Sheffield-based role with convenient access to the city centre
• Dedicated support from a specialist supply chain and procurement recruitment team throughout the process