Full job descriptionWe are recruiting for an experienced Procurement Manager to join a major London public-sector organisation on an interim basis. This role focuses on delivering end-to-end sourcing activity across a complex, regulated environment, ensuring compliant, efficient, and commercially sound procurement outcomes.
Key Details
Contract Length: Initially to June 2026 (with extension expected to September 2026)
Location: Southwark, London (Hybrid – 2–3 days onsite, remaining days WFH)
Daily Rate: £388.10 PAYE / £529.95 Umbrella
Start Date: ASAP
Role Overview
As a Procurement Manager, you will support end-to-end procurement and sourcing activities across multiple projects. You will work closely with stakeholders to define requirements, manage procurement pipelines, and ensure all activity aligns with governance processes and public-sector procurement regulations.
This is a fast-paced role requiring someone who can quickly integrate into a complex environment and deliver from day one.
Key Responsibilities
*Manage end-to-end sourcing activities, from demand planning through to contract award
*Engage with stakeholders to define procurement requirements and support delivery
*Ensure compliance with governance processes, procurement policies, and regulations
*Lead procurement projects, managing timelines, risks, and stakeholder expectations
*Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships
*Support negotiations and ensure robust contractual arrangements are in place
*Manage procurement pipelines and identify upcoming sourcing opportunities
*Collaborate across teams to achieve procurement and business objectives
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
*Experience within large, complex public-sector or regulated environments (e.g. transport or infrastructure) is highly desirable
*Strong end-to-end procurement and sourcing experience
*Proven ability to manage procurement projects and stakeholder relationships
*Experience working within regulated and structured governance environments
*Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
*Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
*Experience within public-sector procurement environments
*Strong negotiation skills and commercial awareness
If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply with your CV in Word format (.docx).