Procurement Manager

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to lead procurement projects, supplier engagement and contract negotiations, ensuring compliance, value for money and best practice. The role will support strategic programmes through effective tender management, procurement pipeline development, supplier relationship management and commercial decision-making. Client Details This role is supporting a large public sector body while they go through some exciting changes and transformations, based within the centre of Sheffield. Description • Lead end-to-end procurement activity, including tendering, evaluation and contract award processes. • Manage supplier engagement and develop effective supplier relationship management practices. • Negotiate contracts, variations, extensions and closures with internal and external stakeholders. • Develop and manage the procurement pipeline, using spend analysis and MI to identify commercial opportunities. • Ensure compliance with procurement legislation, policies and financial regulations while delivering value for money. • Collaborate with legal, contract and programme teams to support strategic business objectives and major project. Profile The successful candidate will have the following: • Proven experience managing end-to-end procurement and large-scale tender exercises within a public sector environment. • Strong knowledge of procurement legislation, contract management and public sector procurement regulations. • Experience drafting tender documentation, contracts and procurement procedures. • Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders and provide clear commercial advice. • Strong commercial acumen, analytical skills and the ability to identify value-for-money opportunities. • Confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, with strong organisational and problem-solving skills. • Experience building effective supplier relationships and driving continuous improvement across procurement activities. Job Offer A salary from £51,357 to £54,495 depending on level of experience, and a 6 month fixed-term contract within public sector in Sheffield City Centre. Hybrid working with 3 days per week required on site.