Procurement Business Partner

Current Vacancies

Procurement & Supply Chain

West Midlands

£55,000 - £65,000 (DOE)

Procurement Business Partner

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Working arrangements: 2 x days onsite per week

Contract: Permanent

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Castlefield Recruitment is currently working with a public sector organisation to recruit a Procurement Business Partner on a permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to take ownership of a varied portfolio of procurement activity, working closely with senior stakeholders to deliver commercially effective, compliant procurement solutions.

The successful candidate will play a key role in developing sourcing strategies, managing complex procurement exercises and identifying opportunities to deliver savings, efficiencies and improved commercial outcomes.

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Key Responsibilities

Lead multiple high-value and complex procurement exercises from initial planning through to contract award and implementation.
Develop and deliver category strategies, identifying opportunities for cost savings, improved value for money and commercial efficiencies.
Manage end-to-end tendering processes, including market engagement, preparation of tender documentation, evaluations and contract award.
Provide expert advice on procurement legislation, including the Procurement Act 2023 and Public Contracts Regulations 2015.
Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders, acting as a trusted commercial adviser and influencing procurement decisions.
Undertake market analysis, supplier engagement and commercial negotiations to achieve optimal procurement outcomes.
Support improvements to procurement processes, governance and organisational procurement capability.

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Experience Required

Experience delivering end-to-end procurement activity within a regulated procurement environment.
Strong understanding of the Procurement Act 2023 and Public Contracts Regulations 2015.
Experience developing procurement strategies, managing competitive tendering exercises and negotiating commercial agreements.
Knowledge of procurement frameworks and contract management principles.
Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills.
Experience managing multiple procurement projects and competing priorities.
CIPS Level 4 qualification or equivalent, willingness to work towards this, or a minimum of three years' demonstrable procurement experience.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to strategic procurement activity within an established organisation, working across a varied portfolio of spend categories.

Ref: 20959

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