Procurement Manager (FTC until 31st Dec 2027)

Lead Procurement. Drive Change. Deliver Value. Are you ready to build something from the ground up? We're partnering with a respected membership organisation with an annual turnover of approximately £25 million to recruit a standalone Procurement Manager. This is a newly created role offering the rare opportunity to establish and lead procurement across the organisation, influencing strategy, governance and commercial decision-making from day one. Hybrid Working | London (Chancery Lane) | Typically 1 day per week in the office 35 hours per week | Fixed Term to December 2027 with strong potential to become permanent Reporting to the Facilities & Operations Manager within the Corporate Services & Infrastructure team, you'll have the autonomy to shape the procurement function, refine the existing strategy and embed best practice across all areas of organisational spend. Whether you're already operating as a Procurement Manager or you're an experienced procurement professional ready to step into your first standalone leadership role, this is an opportunity to make a genuine and lasting impact. The Opportunity This is far more than a transactional procurement role. You'll become the organisation's procurement expert, partnering with stakeholders across the business to create a commercially focused, value-driven procurement function. Key responsibilities will include: • Developing and evolving the organisation's procurement strategy • Embedding robust procurement governance, policies and best practice • Creating and maintaining a comprehensive contracts register • Reviewing supplier performance and identifying opportunities for greater value and efficiency • Supporting contract managers across the organisation to improve procurement capability • Building strong, collaborative supplier relationships • Delivering value for money while ensuring compliance and effective risk management • Supporting a significant multi-year digital transformation programme, including the procurement of business-critical contracts About You We're looking for someone who enjoys working autonomously, building relationships and driving positive change. You'll likely bring: • Procurement experience across a broad range of categories • Strong knowledge of procurement governance, contract management and supplier relationship management • The confidence to influence stakeholders at all levels • A strategic mindset combined with a practical, hands-on approach • Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills • Experience developing procurement processes, frameworks or governance • A passion for improving how organisations buy goods and services Professional procurement qualifications (such as CIPS) would be advantageous but are not essential. Why This Role? This is a genuine opportunity to leave your mark. You'll inherit the foundations of a procurement strategy, but you'll have the freedom to challenge it, develop it and create a procurement function that delivers long-term value across the organisation. You'll enjoy: • A newly created, high-profile standalone role • Significant autonomy and influence • Exposure to organisation-wide procurement activity • A collaborative hybrid working environment • Typically one day per week in the London office (with flexibility around team attendance) • The opportunity to support a major digital transformation programme • A contract through to December 2027 with strong potential to become permanent If you're looking for a role where you can combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery and build a procurement function that makes a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.