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Senior Procurement Manager

Senior Procurement Manager

Nigel Wright Group

Posted 5 days ago, valid for a month

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland NE19 2BG, England

Full Time

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Nigel Wright Group is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager for a Public Sector organization based in Newcastle, requiring 5 years of experience in procurement category management.
The role involves managing a small team and developing category strategies while ensuring high-value procurements deliver value for money.
Key responsibilities include being the procurement lead for a specific category group and maintaining relationships with senior internal stakeholders.
Candidates must have expertise in building safety and health & safety, as well as comprehensive knowledge of public procurement regulations.
The position offers a salary of £55,000 to £65,000, with an emphasis on strong communication and strategic thinking skills.

The OrganisationNigel Wright Group has been appointed exclusively to support a Public Sector organisation with the appointment of a Senior Procurement Manager. The Senior Procurement Category Manager will manage and lead a small team and will be office-based in the Newcastle area 1-2 days per week. The OpportunityThe Senior Procurement Manager will:

Develop and implement category strategy and will manage high value procurements, ensuring value for money and exceptional service provision
Be the central point of contact and procurement lead for a specific category group
Partner, support and maintain collaborative relationships with senior internal stakeholders
Manage supplier performance
Lead, guide and mentor the team

About YouThe Senior Procurement Manager will be/have:

Essential – Procurement category management expertise in building safety, H&S
Essential – Comprehensive Public Procurement knowledge – PCR15, Procurement Act 23
Engaging, confident communicator - Proven track record in building relationships with Director level stakeholders
Commercially minded, strategic – able to see the bigger picture
Pragmatic approach
Supportive, intuitive line manager and mentor

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