Procurement & Contracts Manager

Job title:

Procurement & Contracts Manager

Company

Lewisham Council

Job description

Job Description:Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants. Our commitment to Social Value and growing the Lewisham pound are key priorities not only through our Procurements but across the Council as a whole.IntroductionThis is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in Lewisham’s Procurement team through the current decentralized model. As a Procurement and Contracts Manager, you will provide expert guidance, ensure compliance with legal and Council requirements, and support the development and implementation of the Council’s procurement strategy. This role is ideal for someone passionate about driving excellence in procurement and delivering impactful public services in addition you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in the application of the new Procurement Act 2023 and gain exposure to a range of council services.What’s the role?

• You will provide professional procurement advice, guidance and expertise across the council
• You will manage the operational delivery of tenders across a range of categories of council services
• You will support the development and implementation of the council’s procurement strategy and policy
• You will support the development of procurement related improvements, championing their adoption and delivery of benefits including the full procurement cycle, contract management and systems.
• Ability to provide advice on the Provider Selection Regime and procurements under PCR 2015.

What’s in it for you?Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Local Government Pension scheme
• Flexible working and family friendly policies
• Season ticket and bicycle loans
• A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships
• Supportive staff networks

What we’re looking forWe are seeking an experienced public sector procurement professional who has extensive knowledge across a variety of categories. You should be able to lead and manage the procurement processes for competitive tendering. A proactive and detail-oriented individual with strong problem-solving and organisational skills is required. You should have significant expertise in procurement with a proven ability to ensure compliance, deliver value for money, and support strategic objectives.Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills are essential, as you will work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs and provide tailored, effective solutions.You should also have strong time management abilities, capable of prioritising multiple projects and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.You will be responsible for managing the team as well as shaping a new strategy, policy and processes.LocationThe job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, London, SE6 4RU, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work in the office and from home on a regular basis.Special conditions

• Closing Date: Sunday 23rd February 2025, 23:59pm.
• Interviews: Face to face interviews will take place between Wednesday 5th March and Friday 7th March 2025.
• Shortlisted candidates for interview will be required to prepare an unseen presentation.

The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.– please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.For an informal discussion about this job, please contactPlease click to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary£58,752 – £60,795 per annum (PO7)N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.DiversityLewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available atThe Council has a dedicated employment support service, , which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email and an advisor will be in touch with you.The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media:

Expected salary

£58752 – 60795 per year

Location

Lewisham, South East London

Job date

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 07:09:00 GMT

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