We are currently working with a Local Authority who are looking for a permanent Procurement Manager to support their Head of Procurement to deliver a strategic, professional and efficient procurement service.Procurement ManagerSalary: £47,754 - £51,000 per annum (Market Forces supplement applied)Hybrid Working Arrangement: 2 days per week onsite in the MidlandsBenefits: Local Government Pension Scheme – immediate life insurance coverGenerous Holiday AllowancesEnhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption LeaveAccess to Health and Wellbeing SupportCycle to Work schemeDiscounted leisure membershipResponsibilities: Support the implementation of the Council's Corporate Procurement Strategy, ensuring that all procurement activity, within an assigned area of spend, is compliant to internal governance and national legislationManage procurement activity within an assigned area of spend, providing guidance to stakeholders on the most appropriate procurement strategies and advice on complex procurement issues to ensure the service area objectives and corporate outcomes are achievedSupport the maintenance of the councils contracts register, ensuring that all contract documentation and supporting information is electronically stored within the systemDevelop and implement appropriate procurement strategies, working with key stakeholders to drive efficiencies and optimise value for money throughout the procurement lifecycleProactive involvement in contract negotiations with suppliers, working with contract managers to take an active role in the contract management lifecycle of key contracts within the assigned area of spendEnsure appropriate reviews are carried out following contract award to inform future procurement, performance management statistics, monitoring compliance, assessing value for money and ensuring project outcomes achievedEnsure consistency with national procurement regulations and directives (as relevant), ensuring training and support is delivered or sign posted to other council officers and senior leadersLiaise, communicate, negotiate and consult with senior managers, budget holders and service providers to contribute to the development of an effective procurement business partnering modelSupport corporate / cross-cutting contracts due for reviews; working with key stakeholders to identify areas of risk and opportunities to develop and agree action plans for improvementsRequirements: Previous experience in managing the tender processes within local government or similar organisation environmentExperience of providing procurement and contract management advice within the Public SectorExperience of working at a senior level in a procurement role and supervising staffIn depth knowledge of all current procurement compliance for secure public service operationKnowledge of E Procurement and E Purchasing system