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Interim Procurement Manager

Michael Page

We're partnering with a respected regulatory organisation to recruit an experienced Interim Procurement Manager to lead and deliver a wide range of procurement activities across a complex and evolving environment. This is a short-term assignment to provide procurement leadership and continuity while the organisation completes the recruitment and onboarding of a permanent appointment.

Client Details

The organisation operates in the Public Sector in London.

Description

  • Leading full procurement lifecycle activities from requirement gathering through to contract award.
  • Providing procurement expertise and advice to stakeholders across the organisation.
  • Ensuring compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and wider public sector procurement requirements.
  • Managing supplier and contractual risk while driving value for money.
  • Supporting contract management and supplier performance monitoring.
  • Maintaining robust procurement records and audit trails.
  • Managing and developing a small procurement team.
  • Contributing to procurement strategy, policy development, and process improvement initiatives.

Profile

A successful 'Interim Procurement Manager' should have:

    • Extensive experience leading end-to-end procurement exercises within the public sector.
    • Strong knowledge of public procurement legislation and regulations.
    • Experience procuring across categories such as IT, digital, consultancy, and professional services.
    • Understanding of government frameworks and spend controls.
    • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
    • MCIPS qualification (or equivalent relevant procurement credentials).

Job Offer

  • Interim Procurement Manager contract in London for 3 months.
  • Could potentially extend but no guarentee.
  • -550 per day inside IR35.
  • Hybrid working.